Pediatric Pulmonologist - Clinical Ast / Aso / Professor

Job no: 535028
Work type: Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Health Care Administration/Support, Medicine/Physicians
Department:29092000 - MD-PEDS-PULMONARY

Classification Title:
Pediatric Pulmonologist - Clinical Ast / Aso / Professor

Job Description:
Position Summary

The University of Florida, Department of Pediatrics Pulmonary Division has a faculty position opening in the non-tenure track at the level of Clinical Assistant / Associate / Professor.

The pulmonary division provides the full spectrum of tertiary care in all areas of pediatric pulmonary medicine including cystic fibrosis, asthma, sleep medicine, diagnostic bronchoscope and lung function testing with strong credentials in asthma research. The division has accredited fellowship training programs in both pediatric pulmonary and sleep medicine.

UF Health-Pediatrics

The Department of Pediatrics clinical services are delivered at UF Health Shands Children's Hospital, which was named the #1 Children's Hospital in Florida in the 2022-23 U.S. News & World Report rankings. Nationally ranked in five pediatric specialties, UF Health Shands Children's Hospital provides the full spectrum of pediatric specialty services and is in the Top 5 children's hospital in the Southeast US. UF Health Shands Children's Hospital provides care for the children of Florida and is a major destination center for pediatric patients, both nationally and internationally, who require specialized attention for complex medical problems.

UF Health Shands Children's Hospital represents the only quaternary-care academic pediatric center in North Florida. The children's hospital has 208 beds, including fully-equipped pediatric and neonatal intensive care units. UF Health Shands Children's Hospital is part of the Children's Miracle Network's alliance of premier hospitals for children.

The Department of Pediatrics is committed to fostering innovation and advancing discovery in the biomedical and psychosocial aspects of child health and human development, educating and training pediatric scientists, and directly translating basic scientific discoveries into new patient-oriented therapies. In the most recent fiscal year, the department was home to over $30.5M in sponsored research.

UF Health faculty work in multidisciplinary teams with researchers in the five other Health Science Center colleges, as well as those from across the University. The focus of team efforts is often grown out of the Centers and Institutes, including the Evelyn F. and William L. McKnight Brain Institute, the UF Genetics Institute, the Powell Gene Therapy Center, and the UF Health Cancer Center.

Gainesville, Florida

Gainesville, FL, is a vibrant city that offers a mix of culture, outdoor beauty, and a dynamic community atmosphere. The city, touted as one of the more affordable cost-of-living communities in Florida, is surrounded by stunning natural attractions like the Florida Museum of Natural History, Paynes Prairie Preserve, crystal clear freshwater springs, and several scenic parks, making it ideal for outdoor adventures. Gainesville also has a strong sense of community and is recognized for its festivals, farmer's markets, and various dining options downtown. The historic Hippodrome Theatre is the perfect place to indulge in live performances or independent films. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy many Division I NCAA sports. Go Gators!

We Offer Exceptional Benefits

• Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Generous Retirement Options to Secure Your Future
• Comprehensive Paid Time Off Package (including 11 paid holidays, as well as paid family, sick, and vacation leave)
• Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

Expected Salary:
Commensurate with education and experience

Minimum Requirements:
Applicants must have an M.D. degree or equivalent, be licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Florida and be Board certified or Board eligible in the appropriate specialty.

Preferred Qualifications:

Special Instructions to Applicants:
The Search Committee will begin to review applications immediately, and will accept applications until the position is filled.

Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for three professional references, or three letters of reference.

Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approval by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://naces.org/ (http://naces.org/) .

Health Assessment Required:Yes

Advertised: 28 Feb 2025 Eastern Standard Time
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