Academic Benign Hematologist

USF Health Morsani College of Medicine

Department of Internal Medicine – Division of Hematology

The Morsani College of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Hematology, is seeking an Academic Hematologist (Open Rank) with a strong interest in benign/classical hematology. This faculty position offers a unique opportunity to join a rapidly growing benign hematology program with robust clinical, academic, and research resources.

The role includes a 2/8ths appointment at the VA, focused on clinical care for malignant hematology cases (Hodgkin’s and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma) with and without fellows present, taking 3 weekend calls per year, and supervision of fellows managing chemotherapy‑unit clinical issues.

The successful candidate will practice within the USF Hemophilia Treatment Center, focusing on diagnosis, treatment, and long‑term management of bleeding disorders. Opportunities exist to participate in FDA-approved gene therapy programs. The center is supported by a strong 340B program, multidisciplinary clinical staff, and an internal clinical research team.

Academic responsibilities include teaching, mentoring, and advising medical students, residents, and fellows; assessing learner performance; and contributing to institutional service through committee participation.

• Provide outpatient and inpatient benign hematology clinical care, with additional malignant hematology responsibilities at the VA.
• Lead outreach and clinical initiatives focused on improving outcomes for at‑risk patient populations.
• Serve as a liaison to community healthcare providers.
• Complete clinical documentation and follow‑up obligations.

• Educate medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Precept medical students in ambulatory settings.
• Engage in advising, mentorship, and scholarly development.

• Participate in departmental, college, and university‑wide committees.
• Contribute to faculty governance and research activities.

• MD or equivalent degree with teaching, scholarly achievement, and service record.
• Must meet criteria for appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor.
• Board certified in Internal Medicine.

• 1–3 years of benign hematology experience.
• Academic medical center experience.
• Teaching and/or clinical research background.
• Thrombosis/hemostasis experience preferred.
• Eligible for full, unrestricted Florida medical license.

USF is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region with nearly 16,000 employees. Forbes ranked USF No. 1 among Florida’s public universities for best large employers in 2025. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition programs, generous leave, and extensive employee perks.

USF is a top‑50 public research university serving 50,000 students across three campuses. USF is a member of the AAU and reported $738M in research funding in 2024.

This position may require a Level 1 or Level 2 background check. USF is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.