Position/Rank
Director, Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Program / Rank Dependent on Qualifications
Department
00857 - Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Track
Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin
FY18 (July 1, 2017 or later)
Details

This is an incredible opportunity to join a collegial academic environment and work in a children's hospital ranked as one of the best in the US. The Division of Pediatric Hematology Oncology in the Department of Pediatrics, University of Utah School of Medicine is recruiting a Director of the Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Program. The Director will lead a multidisciplinary team of pediatric neuro-oncology professionals who will manage care of pediatric neuro-oncology patients at Primary Children's Hospital in the Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Service Line outpatient and inpatient units. The Pediatric Neuro-Oncology team will work closely with colleagues and investigators in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, Pediatric BMT , Pediatric and Adult Neurosurgery, Pediatric Neurology, Radiation Oncology, the Huntsman Cancer Institute and the Department of Pediatrics. The Director will oversee and provide leadership in the clinical, basic and translational research programs and will have the opportunity to implement early phase and investigator initiated clinical trials, as well as collaborations with the immunotherapy and cell therapy programs. The Director will also provide clinical patient care services. In addition to clinical and research activities, there is an expectation for academic work, including education, investigation, administration and advocacy.

Qualified candidates must be Board Qualified/Board Certified in Pediatrics and in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology with focused training in pediatric oncology, including neuro-oncology; and must have 3 years of experience in Pediatric Neuro-Oncology. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Primary Children's Hospital is ranked by US News in the top 20 childhood cancer programs and provides care to children with cancer across the 5 state Intermountain West region. The Department of Pediatrics ranks within the top 15 Pediatric Departments in NIH funding and has a premier research enterprise providing infrastructure, faculty mentoring and grant writing support. The University of Utah has a robust biotechnology and venture commercialization program.

The University offers a competitive salary and an unmatched benefits program, including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers an education loan repayment program, in addition to a faculty development and mentoring program designed to help faculty succeed in translational or basic research.

Salt Lake City offers an incredible quality of life with a growing economy, rich cultural scene with ballet, theatre, symphony, opera and museums, outstanding restaurants, and a moderate cost of living. The city is a well-known ski destination and a gateway to the state's renowned landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five scenic national parks (with five more within a day's drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, a picturesque Lake Powell, and numerous other outdoor activities.

Interested individuals can apply at http://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/58741. Cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position, please contact: Richard S. Lemons, M.D., Ph.D., at Richard.Lemons@imail2.org.

The University of Utah Health Sciences Center is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and Respect. The University of Utah HSC values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to the mission of the University of Utah Health Sciences Center.

EEO/Diversity Information

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, national origin, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, status as a person with a disability, genetic information, or Protected Veteran status. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. To inquire about the University's nondiscrimination or affirmative action policies or to request disability accommodation, please contact: Director, Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 201 S. Presidents Circle, Rm 135, (801) 581-8365.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). To be eligible for retirement contributions, you must be hired into a benefit-eligible position. Employees with prior URS service may elect to enroll in the URS within 30 days of hire. Regardless of whether they are hired into a benefit-eligible position or not, individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS must notify the Benefits Department upon hire. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801)366-7770 or (800)695-4877 or the University's Benefits Department at (801)581-7447 for information.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations.

Special Instructions for Candidates

Open Date
11/11/2016
Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes
Requisition Number
PRN01613F
Type
Faculty


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