Assistant​/Associate​/Professor of Clinical Pediatrics; Hematology​/Oncology

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria seeks a Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist for an Assistant/Associate Professor position. The role requires 3 years of Pediatrics Residency and 3 years of Hematology/Oncology Fellowship and the ideal candidate will be BC/BE in Pediatrics and Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and will hold or have applied for an Illinois physician’s license. Salary: $179,000 to $298,200 per year.

Location:

Peoria, IL USA.

• Provide inpatient and outpatient care for a variety of pediatric hematologic and oncologic problems, including patients at OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois Cancer and Blood Disorder Institute.
• Conduct referral hematology/oncology consultations from across the Central Illinois Region.
• Assume a primary role in caring for patients with leukemia and lymphoma.
• Fully participate in teaching programs for undergraduate medical students, residents, and continuing education within the Department.
• Organize and conduct bench and/or clinical research in pediatric hematology/oncology.
• Participate in cooperative research efforts and clinical trials through St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee, and the Children’s Oncology Group (COG).
• Perform additional faculty duties such as committee assignments, curriculum development, student counseling, and administration as needed.
• Engage in special projects and related responsibilities as assigned.

• Eligible for licensure in Illinois.
• Board certified/eligible in Pediatrics and Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.
• 3 years of Pediatrics Residency and 3 years of Hematology/Oncology Fellowship.
• MD/DO or equivalent.

• Interest and experience in leukemia/lymphoma.

UICOMP is one of the three regional campuses of the University of Illinois College of Medicine and partners with OSF Health Care Children’s Hospital of Illinois. The Department of Pediatrics is one of the largest at UICOMP and offers comprehensive pediatric services supported by robust research infrastructure. OSF Children’s Hospital, located in Peoria, is the third largest pediatric hospital in Illinois with a broad subspecialty workforce.

Apply by 3/6/2026. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position is eligible for benefits.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. The University conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees.