UVA School of Medicine - Pediatric Rheumatology - Faculty Position
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Pediatric-Rheumatology
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Academic/Training Program
Location Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 10/23/24

Job Title: Faculty Position in Pediatric Rheumatology

Location: Charlottesville, VA

Institution: University of Virginia Department of Pediatrics, Section of Allergy, Immunology, and Rheumatology

Position Overview:

  • Full-time faculty position at Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank.
  • Focus on clinical care of children with pediatric rheumatologic disorders in the ambulatory setting.
  • Perform inpatient consults at UVA Children’s Hospital.
  • Teach and supervise trainees and students.
  • Opportunity to take a leadership role in growing a clinical pediatric rheumatology program at UVA.
  • Collaborate with the Section to advance clinical, educational, and scholarly goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide outpatient and inpatient clinical care for pediatric rheumatology patients.
  • Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows.
  • Lead and develop the pediatric rheumatology program.
  • Participate in research and scholarly activities.
  • Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration within the Department of Pediatrics and beyond.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Established academic pediatric rheumatologist with leadership experience.
  • Active research program in pediatric rheumatology.

Required Qualifications:

  • Medical doctorate (M.D. or equivalent).
  • Eligible for medical licensure in Virginia.
  • Completed ACGME-accredited Pediatric Rheumatology training program.
  • Board certified or eligible in Pediatric Rheumatology.

Division Highlights:

  • Nationally recognized Food Allergy, Immunodeficiency, and Eosinophilic Esophagitis programs.
  • New pediatric bone marrow transplant program for immunology collaboration.
  • Collaboration opportunities with Pediatric Surgery, Pediatric Radiology, Transplant Surgery, and adult Gastroenterology.
  • Research programs in cystic fibrosis, severe asthma, aerodigestive conditions, primary ciliary dyskinesia, sleep medicine, and neuromuscular weaknesses.

Institution Highlights:

  • UVA Health System: Premier medical and research institution in Virginia.
  • UVA Children’s Hospital: Ranked #1 in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report.
  • Located in Charlottesville, VA, offering outstanding outdoor recreation, cultural activities, and a high quality of life.

For more information and to apply, please reach out to provider recruiter, Jennifer Stover, [Register to View]