Clinical Geneticist - Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor
University of Florida Department of Pediatrics
Application
Details
Posted: 16-Jan-25
Location: Gaineville, Florida
Type: Full Time
Salary: Commensurate with ed. and exp.
Categories:
Academic / Faculty genetics / genomics
Academic / Research
Sector:
Hospital, Public and Private
Academic Medical Group
College / University
Health Care System
Medical Group
Office of Healthcare Practitioners
Office of Physicians
Public Health
Research Facility
Required Education:
Doctorate
Internal Number: 533935
The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Florida is inviting applicants to apply for a full time faculty position as Clinical Geneticist in the Division of Genetics and Metabolism. Our program is directed toward the diagnosis, management and care of children known or expected to have genetic and/or biochemical disorders. You will be supported by our team that consists of 3 clinical and biochemical geneticists, 1 nurse practitioner, 5 genetic counselors, 3 metabolic nutritionists and additional clinical and administrative staff.
You will provide inpatient consultation to children and adults as well as out-patient services at various locations at the UF/Shands campus in Gainesville. You will also provide services by telemedicine to our catchment area which includes Central and Northern Florida.
You will take advantage of the many opportunities for teaching house staff and medical students and will be provided with resources and support. This is a non-tenure accruing position.
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 enterprises 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 U.S. News & World Report rankings. Nationally ranked in five pediatric specialties, UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital provides the full spectrum of pediatric specialty services and is among the Top 5 children’s hospitals in the Southeast US. UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital 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 diverse 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
Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Generous Retirement Options to Secure Your Future
Comprehensive Paid Time Off Package (including 11 paid holidays, as well as paid family, sick, and vacation leave)
Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
Applicants must have a M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or other equivalent and be licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Florida in Pediatrics and be board certified /eligible in General Pediatrics or the appropriate subspecialty.
About University of Florida Department of Pediatrics
The University of Florida Department of Pediatrics consists of a dynamic and growing faculty dedicated to the highest quality patient care, research, and educational activity devoted to improving the health of children. This department is uniquely balanced, with almost exactly half of its budget derived from clinical activity and the other half from funded research.
With some of the country’s leading specialists and researchers, our pediatric team is focused on bringing the latest research and most innovative treatments to patients. Families come to UF from across the state and country for the type of care offered here. UF has one of only a few centers for proton beam radiation in the country, a congenital heart disease center, and experts in glycogen storage disease, pediatric surgery, and diabetes, to name a few.
Therefore, it is the mission of the Department of Pediatrics to provide the best health care – the best treatments, the best doctors, and the best researchers searching for new medicines and cures for sick children.