Pediatric Neuro Oncologist, (F41410), Department of Pediatrics- SOM

Commonwealth of Virginia
Richmond
Full-time

Mission or Goal of Unit : The Department of Pediatrics, division of Pediatric Hematology / Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation at the Children’s Hospital of Richmond (CHoR) is seeking a Pediatric Neuro-Oncologist to support the program of Pediatric Neuro-Oncology.

Children’s Hospital of Richmond of the Virginia Commonwealth University Health System has committed itself to transforming the division into a model academic unit devoted to excellence in clinical care, teaching, and clinical, translational, and basic research.

Chief Purpose of this position : The department seeks a Pediatric Neuro-Oncologist that will provide support to the division in its continuity of care for new and existing patients.

The division and CHoR are part of the NCI-designated Massey Cancer Center. Currently, the division is the only facility providing pediatric stem cell transplantation in Virginia.

The Pediatric Neuro-oncology section includes an outstanding team of neurosurgeons and neuroradiology expertise and will work closely with the adult neuro-oncology program headed by Dr.

Mariza Daras. Additionally, the division offers a Pediatric Hematology-Oncology fellowship with support for a fourth year.

Position Responsibilities :

  • Teaching : Faculty member will have teaching responsibilities in the area of Critical Care Medicine. Faculty member will provide teaching and mentorship to medical students, residents, and Fellows when applicable.
  • Research : Faculty member will have working knowledge in basic research methods and be able to participate in clinical, translational, and outcomes research that division may play an active role in pursuing.
  • Service : Faculty member will serve on departmental, hospital, or School of Medicine level committees when appropriate, as well as professional activities through journal review, conference presentations, etc.
  • Clinical : Faculty member will serve as a pediatric neuro-oncologist for the Department of Pediatrics in the Division of Pediatric Hematology Oncology.

Required Qualifications :

  • Board certified or board eligible in Pediatric Hematology / Oncology
  • 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 :

  • Previous experience in an academic medical center
  • 30+ days ago
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