Division Director of General Pediatrics

Institution :

University of Virginia : UVA Provost's Office : School of Medicine : Pediatrics : General Pediatrics

Position Overview : Rank :

Associate or Full Professor

Type :

Full-time, tenure-eligible based on candidate credentials

Focus :

Leadership in clinical service, education, research, and administrative activities

Key Responsibilities :

Lead and coordinate all clinical, academic, and research activities of the Division

Develop and implement the vision and goals for the Division in alignment with the Department of Pediatrics and UVA Health Children's strategic plans

Oversee divisional faculty, providing professional and personal development opportunities

Ensure high-quality innovative training for trainees at all levels

Support and enhance research activities within the Division

Model a culture of inquiry, quality improvement, scholarly excellence, and innovation

Participate actively in clinical service and community outreach

Preferred Qualifications :

Active research program

Established academic generalist with strong leadership skills

Required Qualifications :

M.D. or D.O. degree

Eligible for appointment to the University of Virginia faculty

Completed an accredited training program in Pediatric General Medicine

Board certified or eligible in Pediatrics

Division Highlights :

Faculty expertise in SIDS research, Breastfeeding Medicine, Quality Improvement, and Medical Education

Engaged in research to understand and innovate solutions for pediatric care

Nationally recognized experts and diverse clinical and translational research opportunities

Institution Highlights :

UVA Health : World-class academic medical center and health system

Level 1 trauma center, NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center, Level IV NICU, and Comprehensive Stroke Center

UVA Children's Hospital : Ranked in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report

Comprehensive network of hospitals and clinics throughout Virginia

Strong tradition of discovery and innovation in medical research and education

Over $230 million in annual grant funding

Clinical Care :

Provides exemplary care to patients across Virginia and surrounding regions

696-bed Magnet recognized University Hospital with multiple specialized centers and clinics

National accolades for outstanding clinical service in various disciplines

Recent Accolades :

UVA Health Children's ranked as the top children's hospital in Virginia for the third consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report

Highly ranked in multiple pediatric specialties including neonatology, gastroenterology, nephrology, diabetes, endocrinology, orthopaedics, cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, and urology

Research :

Active and vibrant clinical research enterprise

Accredited human subjects institutional review board (IRB)

Extensive clinical trials infrastructure and support

Education :

Prepares future medical leaders in clinical care, research, and education

Emphasis on integrity and respect for both patients and physicians

Diversity and Inclusion :

Committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment

Ongoing efforts to educate on and manage discriminatory behavior

National recognition for increasing diversity among trainees and faculty