Division Chief of Pediatric Hematology, Oncology, Transplant & Cellular Therapy

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Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Professor (CHS) Job Summary: The Division of Hematology, Oncology, Transplant & Cellular Therapy within the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) is seeking an academic Pediatric Hematologist, Oncologist, or Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant physician to assume the role of Division Chief of Hematology, Oncology, Transplant & Cellular Therapy. This is an opportunity for a full-time Professor, Associate Professor, or late-stage Assistant Professor. We seek a leader with enthusiasm for academic medicine who will encourage, inspire, and empower division members. The Division Chief provides strategic and operational leadership; oversees divisional faculty and staff; spearheads the expansion of clinical, education, and research programs; and guides faculty professional development. This is an opportunity to teach and mentor medical students, residents, and other trainees, thereby shaping the next generation of medical professionals. Opportunities exist for basic or clinical research in the candidate's area/s of interest. Tenure track candidates will lead dedicated disease-specific research staff and have access to substantial programmatic research funds. This position is full-time, 100% This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location. This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years. Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles: Professor (CHS), Associate Professor (CHS), Clinical Professor, or Clinical Associate Professor. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist. This vacancy is being announced simultaneously with JR10011990. Please note that only one vacancy exists. Having two job postings allows the School of Medicine and Public Health to consider candidates with both tenure-track faculty credentials and non-tenure-track faculty credentials for this position. Key Job Responsibilities: Engage in clinical teaching of fellows, residents, and medical students, and support the teaching and clinical research missions of the division and department. Provide strategic and operational leadership with responsibility over all of the division's operations across all missions (clinical, teaching, research, and advocacy). Deliver patient care as a Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist and/or Stem Cell Transplant physician at UW Health Kids locations. Promote and support the advancement of a diverse faculty on all tracks as well as a welcoming and inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff. Participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health (applicable to Physicians hired on the C linical Health Sciences (C HS ) track)). An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members. Carry out independent research/scholarly activity in an area of interest (CHS Track only) Develop, implement, and evaluate strategies to advance strategic priorities in all missions as well as encourage faculty career progression according to the SMPH and UW-Madison Appointment and Promotion Criteria. Department: School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Hematology, Oncology, Transplant & Cellular Therapy The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is a vibrant academic department comprising more than 230 faculty members in 16 subspecialty divisions. The department promotes and enhances the health of children through outstanding clinical care, exemplary education of pediatric trainees, cutting-edge research, and vigorous advocacy. Our faculty enjoy a robust infrastructure of services as well as the opportunity to contribute to our world-class research portfolio: since 2015, the Department of Pediatrics has ranked among the Top 20 Pediatric departments receiving NIH funding, according to Blue Ridge Institutes for Medical Research. The Division of Hematology, Oncology, Transplant & Cellular Therapy provides innovative, comprehensive, and compassionate family-centered clinical care to infants, children, adolescents, and young adults with primary hematologic or oncologic disorders. In addition, the Division has a Pediatric Palliative Care program, which aims to advance care and comfort to patients and families facing serious and life-altering illnesses. Members of the Division believe excellence in clinical care is dependent