Physician Scientist, Hematology / Oncology, Department of Pediatrics

Description

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Virginia School of Medicine seeks an MD or MD / PhD Physician-Scientist to join our growing Division of Pediatric Hematology / Oncology as faculty on the tenure track. The appointee will join an outstanding Pediatric Hematology / Oncology group of clinicians and scientists with expertise in hematologic malignancies, pediatric sarcomas and embryonal tumors, central nervous system malignancies, stem cell transplant and immunotherapy, and be welcomed into the highly collaborative environment of the University of Virginia. The successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding interpersonal and communications skills, share our institutional values of commitment to professionalism and integrity, personal accountability, excellence across all our missions and steadfast respect for others while developing an independent scientific program aiming to serve the world through discovery.

Ideal candidates will be wet or dry laboratory-based investigators with an exceptional record of research accomplishment and whose research programs emphasize benign or malignant disorders of hematopoiesis, central nervous system (CNS) cancers, non-CNS solid tumors of children, immune deficiency states or disorders of hemostasis. Applicants with clinical and / or translational research interests are also encouraged to apply. An applicant’s track record should demonstrate achievements or strong potential for developing an innovative research program that can attract sustained extramural funding. The chosen candidate will be appointed at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level and receive a generous start up package and protected time to enable establishment of their research program.  Adjunct appointments appropriate to the candidate’s research focus are available to allow participation in degree-granting graduate and MD / PhD training programs. The appointee will have access to a broad array of shared resources across grounds to enable their research.

The University of Virginia Medical Center and Children's Hospital are located adjacent to the main university grounds. The University is consistently ranked among the top public institutions in the United States. UVA Health comprises the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, University Physicians Group, and the Medical Center. As a world-class academic medical center, UVA Health features 735 beds, a Level 1 trauma center serving central Virginia, 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 and World Report for five consecutive years and holds national rankings in nine subspecialties.

Charlottesville, home to the University of Virginia, offers a vibrant community with a blend of cultural sophistication and small-town ambiance, situated just one hundred miles from Washington, DC. Nestled amidst the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area is rich in historical sites and outdoor recreational opportunities, including hiking, biking, water activities and skiing. The region boasts a dynamic culinary scene, the Downtown Mall’s entertainment offerings, and over forty wineries along with numerous breweries, cideries, and distilleries. Consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States by Money Magazine, USA Today, and rated the fifth happiest place to live by Outside Magazine, Charlottesville provides an exceptional quality of life.

Seize this unique opportunity to lead, innovate, and thrive—both professionally and personally—in an exceptional academic and community setting. Join us at UVA Health and become part of a legacy of excellence in Charlottesville, Virginia.

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Newly announced October 2025 :  UVA Health Children’s is the No. 1 children's hospital in Virginia for the 5th consecutive year as ranked by U.S. News and World Report. Among children’s hospitals, UVA was ranked by U.S. News & World Report in 9 specialties :

• #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

Qualifiations

Candidates must have at least an MD or DO degree and be board-certified / board-eligible in Hematology-Oncology.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position please follow  http : / / apply.interfolio.com / 147635.

Please complete your application online and attach the following documents.The position will remain open until filled.

For additional information about the position, please contact Kyle Gumlock at kpg3c@uvahealth.org .  For questions about the application process, please contact UVA Recruiter, Karon Harrington at fak3ph@virginia.edu