Division Chief of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, F72970, - Virginia Commonwealth University

Mission or Goal of Unit: The mission of the Division of PediatricHematology/Oncology is to serve the Commonwealth of Virginia as a nationallyrecognized entity of clinical, educational and research excellence.  The Division is dedicated to improving thequality of children's lives through prevention, control and cure of cancer andblood disorders.

Chief Purpose of this position: We are seeking candidates for a position which will provide a mix of directclinical care, clinical administrative and QA/QI activities, didactic andbedside teaching for students, residents and fellows, and have a strong researchinitiative.  Will serve as theadministrative head of the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.     

Position Responsibilities: 

• Teaching: Bedside teaching of residents, students and fellows while on clinical service. Shared responsibility for divisional didactic instruction of residents, students and fellows.    
• Research: Continued development of scholarly activity. Serve as mentor to researchers in division and department when appropriate.    
• Service: Participation in the community and school committees when appropriate.    
• Clinical: Host regular ambulatory clinics, as appropriate. Shares in a negotiated amount of inpatient services including night and weekend coverage.   
•  Other (for instance administrative duties, etc.): Serve as administrative lead for Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.    

Required Qualifications:

• MD/DO degree; Board certification required
• Eligible for medical license in Virginia
• Strong research background
• Previous experience as a program director or division head or equivalent experience
• Experience in an academic medical center
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Extramural funding
• Presentations at national research meetings

Position Type: Clinical
Full time equivalent: 100
Tenure: Open
Rank: Open
Months: 12
Department:SOM, Pediatrics

ORP Eligible: Yes

Contact Information:
Contact Name: Erin Flexon
Contact Email: erin.flexon@vcuhealth.org