Job Summary:
The Division of Hematology, Oncology, and Bone Marrow Transplant within the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is recruiting a Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Therapy (SCTCT) Physician. We are looking for candidates with a track record of clinical excellence and academic contributions as demonstrated through training and/or practice experience in caring for patients undergoing stem cell transplantation and other cellular therapies like CAR T therapy. Special consideration will be made for candidates interested in neuroblastoma. Leadership opportunities within our stem cell transplant program are available, commensurate with experience. Provision of clinical care, teaching, and execution of scholarly activities is expected on the CHS track.
The Division of Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant is located in the Wisconsin Institutes for Medical Research building next to the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Its experts are active in the UW Carbone Cancer Center, Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Center, Program for Advanced Cell Therapy (a GMP facility dedicated to supporting UW faculty projects), and Wisconsin Blood Cancer Research Institute. Division members participate in numerous research consortia including the COG, PTCTC, PIDTC, POETIC, MARCH, NEXT, POETIC, St. Baldrick's Empowering Pediatric Immunotherapies for Childhood Cancer Team, and the Pediatric Cancer Immunotherapy Trials Network. We encourage translation of laboratory research into clinical trials at the adjacent American Family Children's Hospital, which is ranked as one of the top 50 Pediatric Cancer programs nationally by US News and World Report. Our SCTCT program includes a hematopoietic cell processing facility that has been FACT accredited since 2001, and it conducts novel investigator-initiated therapeutic trials such as using alpha/beta T cell depleted haploidentical transplantation for the treatment of relapsed pediatric solid tumors. In addition, we are a certified Kymriah treatment center and participate in a number of consortium and industry-sponsored cell therapy trials. Our faculty are also developing institutional cell therapy trials including CAR T cells for solid tumors and ex vivo activated/expanded NK cells to treat neuroblastoma and osteosarcoma.
The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is a vibrant academic department comprising more than 200 faculty members in 16 subspecialty divisions. The department promotes and enhances the health of children through outstanding clinical care, exemplary education of pediatric trainees, performance of cutting-edge research, and vigorous advocacy. Our faculty enjoy a robust infrastructure of services as well as the opportunity to contribute to our world-class research portfolio - 9th in the nation in National Institutions of Health (NIH) funding according to the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research 2022 rankings.
A competitive salary and benefits package is provided.
Responsibilities:
For appointments hired on the Clinical Health Sciences (CHS) Track:
- Provide clinical care at American Family Children's Hospital of pediatric hematology/oncology patients, with a focus in stem cell transplantation and cellular therapies.
- Opportunity exists to assume a leadership position within our stem cell transplant and cellular therapy program, dependent on prior experience.
- Carry out independent research/scholarly activity in an area of interest to the candidate and the
division. These pursuits can take many forms and will often be executed in conjunction with clinical activities, but they are not limited to that venue.
- Teach to a variety of learners, including medical students, residents, and fellows. Teaching can
occur within the classroom, small groups, and lectures, as well as in the delivery of clinical care.
- The successful applicant will participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.
For appointments hired on the Clinician-Teacher (CT) Track:
- Provide clinical care at American Family Children's Hospital of pediatric hematology/oncology patients, with a focus in stem cell transplantation and cellular therapies.
- Teach to a variety of learners, including medical students, residents, and fellows. Teaching can
occur within the classroom, small groups, and lectures, as well as in the delivery of clinical care
This vacancy is being announced as either CHS or CT Track. Having two tracks posted into this vacancy listing allows the School of Medicine and Public Health to consider clinical teacher faculty candidates with or without research credentials for this non-tenure-track position. CHS Track duties may consist of dedicated FTE time for scholarly work and teaching.
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Education:
Required
Terminal Degree
MD, DO, or equivalent
Qualifications:
- Completion of an ACGME-approved pediatric residency program is required.
- Completion of an accredited fellowship program in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology is required, with additional time and/or experience in clinical stem cell transplant and/or cellular therapy fellowship preferred.
- Experience in an academic medical setting is preferred.
- For an appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on the CHS or CT Track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for appointment or promotion to Associate Professor or Professor on the CHS or CT Track.
License/certification:
- Board certification or board eligibility in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology through the American Board of Pediatrics is required.
- Candidate is required to have or be eligible for a Wisconsin medical licensure.
- Must be eligible for enrollment as a billing provider and for all necessary hospital privileges.
Work Type:
Full or Part Time: 50% - 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Anticipated Begin Date:
MAY 01, 2025
Salary:
Negotiable
ANNUAL (12 months)
Additional Information:
The Community
Located on an isthmus between two lakes, Madison is the capital city of the state of Wisconsin. Madison has been voted the #1 Best City to Live in the USA (Livability, 2022), #1 City for Most Successful Women Per Capita (Forbes, 2019), #1 City for Best Work-Life Balance (SmartAsset, 2020), #7 Best City for STEM Professionals (CEO World, 2020), #2 Best State to Practice Medicine (WalletHub, 2020), #2 Best City for Biking (People for Bikes, 2020), #4 Fittest City in the U.S. (ACSM American Fitness Index, 2020), #4 Greenest City in the US (Zippia, 2020), #1 Best Place to Retire (Money, 2020), #1 Best Place in the U.S. for Raising Children (DiversityDataKids.com 2020), and #1 Best College Football Town in America (Sports Illustrated, 2019).
Madison's technology economy is growing rapidly, and the region is home to the headquarters of Epic Systems, Exact Sciences, and Promega, as well as many biotech, health care IT, and health systems startups. Other large employers headquartered in the area include American Girl (Mattel), Sub-Zero, Lands' End, American Family Insurance, and Duluth Trading Company.
The city of Madison and the University of Wisconsin-Madison acknowledge that they occupy ancestral Ho-Chunk land. The School of Medicine and Public Health recognizes the health inequities faced by Native communities and pledges to learn more and take action across all of its missions.
Madison is the second largest city in the state, with a city population of approximately 260,000 and a regional population of over 1 million. The city is within easy driving distance of Chicago and Milwaukee. Madison is home to one of the strongest local food scenes in the country. From April to October, the Capitol Square hosts the largest producer-only farmers' market in the country. The city is rich with cultural offerings in the arts.
The city has a dedicated athletics fan base that largely centers around the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Madison is home to Forward Madison FC, the first professional soccer team in the city, as well as the Madison Mallards, a college wood-bat summer baseball league team. Marquee endurance sports and specialty sporting events include Ironman, Reebok CrossFit Games, Madison Marathon, and many national and international championship competitions.
Other
Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles listed in this posting. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.
This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial Caregiver Check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and then every four years.
The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you chose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.
How to Apply:
The deadline for assuring full consideration is January 1, 2025, however, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until this position is filled. Your application must be received through the Jobs at UW portal to be considered as a candidate. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered. To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button and use the online UW Job Application system to submit the following:
-Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
-A cover letter briefly describing:
1. Your interest in this position
2. Your qualifications and experience in Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Therapy
Contact:
Leigh Fredericks
leigh.fredericks@wisc.edu
608-263-7735
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Clinical Professor(IC009) or Clinical Associate Professor(IC010) or Clinical Assistant Professor(IC011) or Professor (CHS)(IC014) or Associate Professor (CHS)(IC015) or Assistant Professor (CHS)(IC016)
Department(s):
A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/PEDIATRICS/HEM-ONCOL
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
294130-AS
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