Chief Pediatric Hematology Oncology - Associate / Full Professor at InsideHigherEd

Chief Pediatric Hematology Oncology - Associate / Full Professor Job No: 533852 Work Type: Full Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Medicine/Physicians Department: 29091300 - MD-PEDS-HEMATOLOGY Job Description Classification Title: Chief Pediatric Hematology Oncology Job Description: The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Florida seeks an accomplished and visionary leader to serve as Division Chief of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a globally recognized program at UF Health Shands Children's Hospital, Florida's premier children's inpatient health center, renowned for delivering innovative and comprehensive care for pediatric oncology and hematology patients. Our program's strengths include: Internationally Recognized Immunotherapy Program : Known worldwide, our pediatric cancer immunotherapy program focuses on developing novel treatments for the deadliest forms of childhood cancer, including glioblastoma multiforme, diffuse pontine glioma, relapsed osteosarcoma, relapsed Ewing's sarcoma, and other solid tumors. With over $20 million in grant funding, our team is positioned to push forward innovative therapies that address these challenging conditions. Dynamic and broad ranging translational research program. Supported by our federally recognized Cancer Center and part by a multimillion multiyear commitment from Stop Children's Cancer, our team participates in the Children's Oncology Group and numerous consortia including Pediatric Brain Tumor Consortium, Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Consortium, Beat Children's Cancer Consortium, the North American Pediatric Aplastic Anemia Consortium and National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. World-Class Solid Tumor and AYA Program : With extensive collaborations across pediatrics, surgery, orthopedics, and basic sciences, we offer an integrated approach to solid tumor care, meeting the unique needs of adolescents and young adults (AYA) with cancer. State-of-the-Art Hematology Program : Our hematology program includes advanced therapies such as gene therapy for sickle cell disease and hemophilia, positioning us at the forefront of hematologic care and innovation. Dynamic Cellular Therapy Program : Our team leads a cutting-edge cellular therapy program, developing and providing access to pioneering therapies for children with challenging hematologic and oncologic conditions. Children's Oncology Group Statistical Center : As home to one of only two statistical centers within the Children's Oncology Group, we play a vital role in shaping national and international research and clinical outcomes in pediatric oncology. Deep Resources : The Division has garnered over $5 M in philanthropic support that includes two endowed chairs, an endowed lectureship, and an educational endowment. UF Health-Pediatrics UF Health, the University of Florida's academic health center, is the country's only academic health center with six health-related colleges located on a single, contiguous campus. The colleges, major research centers and institutes, and clinical enterprises focus on building collaborative specialized clinical services centered on quality and innovation. The UF College of Medicine, the largest college within UF's academic health center, is currently the highest-ranked medical school in Florida. UF Health Shands, UF Health's private, not-for-profit hospital system, includes seven hospitals, a state-designated Level I trauma center, a Level IV neonatal intensive care unit, a regional burn center, and an emergency air and ground transport program. The Department of Pediatrics clinical services are delivered at UF Health Shands Children's Hospital, which was named one of the best Children's Hospital in Florida in the U.S. News