Job location: Soffer Clinical Rsch

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2017-05-10
Req: R100014584
The University of Miami (UM) is considered among the top tier institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical care, and cutting-edge research. At the U, we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to support our common purpose of transforming lives through teaching, research, and service. Through our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork (DIRECCT) we strive to create an environment where everyone contributes in making UM a great place to work. We are one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 13,400 faculty and staff from all over the world.

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is seeking a qualified Division Chief for its Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition. The candidate will be at the (Associate) Professor level of the clinical educator or tenure track., have an MD/DO, be board-certified/eligible in Pediatrics and Pediatric Gastroenterology, and licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Florida.

The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is the highest-ranked private medical school for research in Florida and the first accredited medical school established in the state. With more than 1,900 faculty, the Miler School of Medicine is committed to cutting-edge research in genetics, stem cell sciences, diabetes, cancer, public health, and emerging fields such as precision medicine. The Pediatric GI Division is part of the University of Miami's Department of Pediatrics- the second largest department on campus with 135 faculty, 12 divisions, and 2 dedicated research enters spanning the breadth of multidisciplinary pediatrics and clinical, translational, and basic sciences research.

The Pediatric GI Division operates a busy inpatient service in an urban setting with an international referral base. Patients are seen at the USNWR- ranked 250-bed Holtz Children's Hospital at Jackson Memorial Hospital of Jackson Health System- the third largest hospital system in the U.S.- and the Mailman Center for Child Development, the Batchelor Children's Research Institute, and the Elaine and Sydney Sussman Family Crohn's and Colitis Center. Outpatient services occur at several sites throughout Miami-Dade and Broward counties. The Division offers dedicated expertise in clinical areas such as inflammatory bowel disease, hepatology, intestinal rehabilitation, nutrition, and transplantation. The Pediatric Gi Division is fully integrated with the Miami Transplant Institute which offers internationally renowned programs in solid organ transplantation and has a large and successful pediatric liver and intestinal transplant program. The Department of Pediatric trains nearly 130 house staff per year, including 88 residents and 3 GI fellows.

Located on the Atlantic coast with an intercostal waterway and an exciting mix of people, Miami and its surrounding area is diverse, urban, and thriving. It is perfect for dedicated clinical educators and researchers who are seeking to transform the future for child health in a warm and inviting international atmosphere.

Candidates with exceptional clinical acumen and significant teaching experience are encouraged to apply. Demonstrated research success is preferred. The Pediatric GI Chief applicant will have demonstrated administrative skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and be able to work efficiently and effectively both independently and as part of collaborative groups.

Interested candidates should apply online and attach a letter of interest and curriculum vitae.

Internal Applicants (current UM employees) should apply in Workday using the Career worklet (for detailed steps click here).

If you have questions regarding the position, you may contact:

Judy Schaechter, M.D., MBA

Professor and Chair

Department of Pediatrics

University of Miami Miller School of Medicine

Email: jschaechter@miami.edu

The University of Miami is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.