Division Chief of Pediatric Hematology, Oncology, Transplant & Cellular Therapy - Physician Scientist

Job Summary

The Division of Hematology, Oncology, Transplant & Cellular Therapy within the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) is seeking an academic Pediatric Hematologist, Oncologist, or Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant to assume the role of Division Chief of Hematology, Oncology, Transplant & Cellular Therapy. This is an opportunity for a full-time Professor, Associate Professor, or late-stage Assistant Professor. We seek a leader with enthusiasm for academic medicine who will encourage, inspire, and empower division members. The Division Chief provides strategic and operational leadership; oversees divisional faculty and staff; spearheads the expansion of clinical, education, and research programs; and guides faculty professional development. A physician scientist with an active research program is ideal, but strong leadership skills are the most important quality.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership with responsibility over all of the division's operations across all missions (clinical, teaching, research, and advocacy).
• Deliver patient care as a Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist and/or Stem Cell Transplant physician at UW Health Kids locations.
• Carry out independent research/scholarly activity in an area of interest.
• Participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate strategies to advance strategic priorities in all missions as well as encourage faculty career progression according to the SMPH and UW-Madison Appointment and Promotion Criteria.
• Promote and support the advancement of a diverse faculty on all tracks as well as a welcoming and inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff.
• Engage in clinical teaching of fellows, residents, and medical students, and support the teaching and clinical research missions of the division and department.