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Unit: School of Medicine
Department: Pediatrics
Mission or goal of unit: The Children’s Hospital of Richmond
at Virginia Commonwealth University has committed itself to
transforming the Pediatric Nephrology Division into a model
academic unit devoted to excellence in clinical care, teaching, and
clinical, translational, and basic research.
Chief purpose of this position in support of above mission or
goal: We are seeking a physician (tenure eligible), physician
scientist or clinician-educator to lead the Division of Pediatric
Nephrology as their Division Chief. The candidate will provide a
mix of direct clinical care, clinical administrative and QA/QI
activities, didactic and bedside teaching for students, residents
and fellows, and pursuit of a plan of academic efforts that may
include research or other activities that meet the needs of the
unit and the individual.
Responsibilities:
- Teaching: Faculty member will have teaching
responsibilities. Faculty member will provide teaching and
mentorship to medical students, residents, chief residents, and
fellows when applicable.
Research: Faculty member will be encouraged to engage in
research and be able to participate in clinical, translational, and
outcomes research.
Service: Faculty member will serve on departmental or
School of Medicine level committees when appropriate, and engage in
professional activities through journal review, conference
presentations, etc.
Clinical: Faculty member will serve as a leader and in
the Department of Pediatric Nephrology for the Department of
Pediatrics. Will work weekends and take call as necessary.
Other (for instance administrative duties, etc.):
Faculty member will take on administrative duties associated with
this Division Chief role.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Board-certified in pediatrics
- Board-certified or board-eligible in pediatric nephrology
- Experience with clinical care of patients
- Experience in an academic medical center
- Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of
respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of
faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences,
or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU
Salary Range: Commensurate
Benefits : All full-time university faculty and staff are
eligible for VCU’s robust
benefits package that includes
comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave
granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning
and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs,
employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities
for career development and advancement, and more.
FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt
Restricted Position: No
ORP Eligible: Yes
Rank: Open
Tenure: Open
Months: 12 months
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Jewel
Jefferson
Contact Email: jewel.jefferson@vcuhealth.org