School Of Medicine-Open Rank-Pediatrics-Rheumatology

School/College School of Medicine Title School of Medicine-Open Rank-Pediatrics-Rheumatology Assignment Category Full-Time Rank Open Rank Tenure Status Open Tenure Payroll Status Faculty 12 Job Description

The Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine at The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) announces a full-time, open rank, twelve-month faculty position with corresponding administrative responsibilities within the Division of Pediatric Rheumatology. This position incorporates clinical, interdisciplinary teaching, community activities, and may include some research.

Applicants must have MD, DO, MD/Ph.D and be BC/BE in Pediatrics Rheumatology. The ideal candidate will have experience in academic medicine. Successful candidates will be involved in graduate medical education activities through clinical education.

The Division of Pediatric Rheumatology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham/Children's Hospital of Alabama was created in the summer of 2007 in response to a great need for pediatric rheumatic care in the state of Alabama, the largest state population without a Pediatric Rheumatologist at the time. The Division maintains strong ties with the Arthritis Foundation local chapter and the outstanding adult Rheumatology division at UAB. There are currently 6 clinical faculty members and 4 Pediatric Rheumatology nurse practitioners with ongoing recruiting efforts to expand the physician-scientist base of the Division of Pediatric Rheumatology.

Overriding goals of the division are to: 1) provide state of the art care to all children with rheumatic disorders in Alabama and the surrounding area; 2) conduct well-funded cutting edge research in the basic, clinical, and translational sciences as they relate to rheumatology and immunology; 3) educate the medical and lay communities in Alabama regarding diagnosis and management of pediatric rheumatic diseases; and 4) train additional Pediatric Rheumatologists to further populate the southeastern United States via an ACGME-accredited Pediatric Rheumatology training program Children's hospital is the premier health care institution for the children of Alabama and neighboring states. Faculty in the Children's hospital clinics supervise the care provided by fellows, residents, and medical students in a variety of clinics ranging from primary care to specialty services through the UAB. Children's Hospital has 332 beds with a large catchment area and outstanding opportunities for academic advancement.

Birmingham is a diverse city that enjoys a reputation as one of America's best places for a family to live, work, and play. Positions offer competitive salaries along with a comprehensive benefits package. Rank and salary will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and will consist of a guaranteed salary as well as a generous incentive plan linked to productivity.

Required Qualifications

MD, DO, MD/PhD

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F2369P Open Date 04/12/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants EEO Statement

UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.

COVID-19 Vaccination Statement

The laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination continue to evolve. Please be aware that UAB may determine that obtaining the COVID-19 or related vaccination is a requirement for this position, based on legal changes or otherwise. If that occurs, the successful candidate may be required to submit proof of vaccination or obtain an approved vaccination exemption as a condition of employment.

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