Track Faculty, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Riverside

Description

The University of Virginia Department of Pediatrics and Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition invites applications for a non‑tenure eligible clinical faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level. The position is ideal for a highly motivated candidate with a strong interest in advancing their career through excellence in clinical practice, education, quality improvement, and advocacy. Rank and compensation are dependent upon qualifications.

Together with outstanding colleagues in Pediatric Surgery, the Division serves as the top‑ranked Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Surgery program in Virginia. The Division provides a full array of pediatric gastroenterology subspecialty care to the Commonwealth and beyond, with 7,000 outpatient visits and 1,800 procedures annually, including capsule endoscopy, pH/MII, esophageal dilation, and transnasal endoscopy. The Division’s staff includes 3 nurse practitioners, 2 psychologists, 3 dietitians, 5 nurse care coordinators, physical and occupational therapy, and 2 social workers.

It maintains a vibrant ACGME‑accredited fellowship program, with three fellows in training (one per year).

Clinical services focus on inflammatory bowel disease, pediatric liver transplantation, eosinophilic GI disorders, disorders of gut‑brain interaction, aerodigestive disorders, intestinal rehabilitation, nutrition, and global health. The Division collaborates with Pediatric Surgery, Pediatric Radiology, Transplant Surgery (both at UVA and the University of Pittsburgh), and adult Gastroenterology for interventional gastrointestinal procedures. Quality improvement efforts span inflammatory bowel disease, pediatric liver transplant, and mental health in children with chronic illnesses.

The Division’s research portfolio is focused on global health and includes NIH funding. It offers a vibrant ACGME‑accredited fellowship program with three fellows in training and collaborates closely with cross‑disciplinary partners.

The University of Virginia Medical Center and Children’s Hospital are located adjacent to the main university grounds. UVA Health comprises the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, University Physicians Group, and the Medical Center, featuring 735 beds, a Level 1 trauma center, an NCI‑designated comprehensive cancer center, and a Level IV NICU. UVA Children’s Hospital has been recognized as Virginia’s #1 children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report for four consecutive years and holds national rankings in eight subspecialties.

Charlottesville, Virginia offers a vibrant community with a blend of cultural sophistication and small‑town ambiance, situated just one hundred miles from Washington, DC. The region is rich in historical sites and outdoor recreational opportunities, and is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States.

• #28 in neonatology
• Top 50 in Pediatric and Adolescent Behavioral Health
• #30 in pediatric gastroenterology and GI surgery
• #21 (tie) in pediatric nephrology
• #49 in pediatric diabetes and endocrinology
• #42 in pediatric orthopaedics
• #34 in pediatric cardiology and heart surgery
• #29 in pediatric pulmonology and lung surgery
• #39 in pediatric urology

U.S. News & World Report ranks UVA School of Medicine among Nation’s Best (click link for more information about UVA SOM  review).

Qualifiations The position is open to individuals with M.D. or D.O. degrees. Candidates must be eligible for appointment to the University of Virginia faculty and board certified or board eligible.

To apply for this position, apply online at . Please complete your application online and attach the following documents:

• Cover letter
• CV/resume
• The names, titles and contact information, including email, for three references

For additional information about the position, please contact Dr. Jeremy Middleton  questions about the application process, please contact Karon Harrington at fak3ph.