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Academic Physicians - Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Therapy

The University of Chicago's Department of Pediatrics, Section of Hematology/Oncology/Stem Cell Transplant, is searching for full-time faculty members. The appointees will focus on the care of children, adolescents, and young adults undergoing stem cell transplant and in need of adoptive cellular therapies with an interest in malignant diseases, including leukemias. They will work with members of our multidisciplinary Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Therapy team who are encompassed within the greater University of Chicago Adult and Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant programs.  Participation in and leadership of translational or clinical protocols in transplantation/cellular therapy for malignant hematological diseases is expected. Other duties will include teaching and supervision of trainees and students, and scholarly activity. Academic rank and compensation (including a generous package of fringe benefits) are dependent upon qualifications.  Applicants with expertise in immunotherapy, stem cell therapeutics, cellular therapies, or clinical trial design are encouraged. However, we welcome applications from individuals with other transplantation experience with appropriate clinical experience. The Section of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology/Stem Cell Transplantation at the University of Chicago has recently formed a partnership with the Advocate Children's Hospital Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. The Chicagoland Children’s Health Alliance (CCHA) reflects a collaboration among the University of Chicago Chicagoland Medicine Comer Children’s Hospital, Advocate Children’s Hospital and Pediatrics at NorthShore University Health System. The three organizations are committed to seamless, multidisciplinary teams who are passionate about providing the best possible care for children and their families. The Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program have expanded significantly due to this recent partnership.

Assessment of applications will consider experience in the management of patients undergoing stem cell transplantation and cellular therapies.

Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must: 1) have a medical doctorate or equivalent, 2) hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois, 3) be BC/BE in pediatric hematology/oncology, and 4) have completed a pediatric hematology/oncology fellowship. 

To be considered, those interested must apply through The University of Chicago‚ Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: http://apply.interfolio.com/116064. Applicants must upload a CV including bibliography and cover letter. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

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