Pediatric Gastroenterologist - Clinical Assistant / Associate / Full Professor

Pediatric Gastroenterologist - Clinical Assistant / Associate / Full Professor

Job no : 536932

Work type : Non-Tenure-Track Faculty

Location : Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories : Medicine / Physicians

Department : 29091000 - MD-PEDS-GASTROENTEROLOGY

Classification Title :

Pediatric Gastroenterologist

Classification Minimum Requirements :

• MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree.
• Board certified or board eligible in Pediatric Gastroenterology.

Job Description :

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition . We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled clinician in general gastroenterology, with experience or interest in motility / neurogastroenterology or advanced therapeutic procedures .

Responsibilities :

Qualifications :

UF Health-Pediatrics

UF Health, the University of Florida's academic health center, is the country's only academic health center with six health-related colleges located on a single, contiguous campus. The colleges, major research centers and institutes, and clinical enterprise focus on building collaborative specialized clinical services centered on quality and innovation. The UF College of Medicine, the largest college within UF's academic health center, is currently the highest-ranked medical school in Florida. UF Health Shands, UF Health's private, not-for-profit hospital system, includes seven hospitals, a state-designated Level I trauma center, a Level IV neonatal intensive care unit, a regional burn center, and an emergency air and ground transport program.

The Department of Pediatrics clinical services are delivered at UF Health Shands Children's Hospital, which was named one of the best Children's Hospital in Florida in the 2023-24 U.S. News & World Report rankings. Nationally ranked in four pediatric specialties, UF Health Shands Children's Hospital provides the full spectrum of pediatric specialty services and is among the top children's hospitals in the Southeast US. UF Health Shands Children's Hospital provides care for the children of Florida and is a major destination center for pediatric patients, both nationally and internationally, who require specialized attention for complex medical problems.

UF Health Shands Children's Hospital represents the only quaternary-care academic pediatric center in North Florida. The children's hospital has 208 beds, including fully-equipped pediatric and neonatal intensive care units. UF Health Shands Children's Hospital is part of the Children's Miracle Network's alliance of premier hospitals for children.

The Department of Pediatrics is committed to fostering innovation and advancing discovery in the biomedical and psychosocial aspects of child health and human development, educating and training pediatric scientists, and directly translating basic scientific discoveries into new patient-oriented therapies. In the most recent fiscal year, the department was home to over $30.5M in sponsored research.

UF Health faculty work in multidisciplinary teams with researchers in the five other Health Science Center colleges, as well as those from across the University. The focus of team efforts is often grown out of the Centers and Institutes, including the Evelyn F. and William L. McKnight Brain Institute, the UF Genetics Institute, the Powell Gene Therapy Center, and the UF Health Cancer Center.

Gainesville, Florida

Gainesville, FL, is a vibrant city that offers a mix of culture, outdoor beauty, and a dynamic community atmosphere. The city, touted as one of the more affordable cost-of-living communities in Florida, is surrounded by stunning natural attractions like the Florida Museum of Natural History, Paynes Prairie Preserve, crystal clear freshwater springs, and several scenic parks, making it ideal for outdoor adventures. Gainesville also has a strong sense of community and is recognized for its festivals, farmer's markets, and many dining options downtown. The historic Hippodrome Theatre is the perfect place to indulge in live performances or independent films. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy many Division I NCAA sports (Go Gators).

We Offer Exceptional Benefits

Expected Salary :

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Qualifications :

Preferred :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for three professional references, or three letters of reference.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a sufficient applicant pool has been established.

Final candidate will be required to provide official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

Health Assessment Required : Yes

Advertised : 26 Aug 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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