UVA School of Medicine - Division Director of General Pediatrics
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Pediatrics
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: 9/27/24

Position Overview:

  • Rank: Associate or Full Professor
  • Type: Full-time, tenure-eligible based on candidate credentials
  • Focus: Leadership in clinical service, education, research, and administrative activities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and coordinate all clinical, academic, and research activities of the Division
  • Develop and implement the vision and goals for the Division in alignment with the Department of Pediatrics and UVA Health Children's strategic plans
  • Oversee divisional faculty, providing professional and personal development opportunities
  • Ensure high-quality innovative training for trainees at all levels
  • Support and enhance research activities within the Division
  • Model a culture of inquiry, quality improvement, scholarly excellence, and innovation
  • Participate actively in clinical service and community outreach

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Active research program
  • Established academic generalist with strong leadership skills

Required Qualifications:

  • M.D. or D.O. degree
  • Eligible for appointment to the University of Virginia faculty
  • Completed an accredited training program in Pediatric General Medicine
  • Board certified or eligible in Pediatrics

Division Highlights:

  • Faculty expertise in SIDS research, Breastfeeding Medicine, Quality Improvement, and Medical Education
  • Engaged in research to understand and innovate solutions for pediatric care
  • Nationally recognized experts and diverse clinical and translational research opportunities

Institution Highlights:

  • UVA Health: World-class academic medical center and health system
  • Level 1 trauma center, NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center, Level IV NICU, and Comprehensive Stroke Center
  • UVA Children's Hospital: Ranked #1 in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report
  • Comprehensive network of hospitals and clinics throughout Virginia
  • Strong tradition of discovery and innovation in medical research and education
  • Over $230 million in annual grant funding

Clinical Care:

  • Provides exemplary care to patients across Virginia and surrounding regions
  • 696-bed Magnet® recognized University Hospital with multiple specialized centers and clinics
  • National accolades for outstanding clinical service in various disciplines

Recent Accolades:

  • UVA Health Children's ranked as the top children's hospital in Virginia for the third consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report
  • Highly ranked in multiple pediatric specialties including neonatology, gastroenterology, nephrology, diabetes, endocrinology, orthopaedics, cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, and urology

Research:

  • Active and vibrant clinical research enterprise
  • Accredited human subjects institutional review board (IRB)
  • Extensive clinical trials infrastructure and support

Education:

  • Prepares future medical leaders in clinical care, research, and education
  • Emphasis on integrity and respect for both patients and physicians

Diversity and Inclusion:

  • Committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment
  • Ongoing efforts to educate on and manage discriminatory behavior
  • National recognition for increasing diversity among trainees and faculty

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