What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infectious Disease Instructor position at Emory?
Overview
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.
Description
The Division of Pediatric Infectious Disease at Emory University School of Medicine and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a candidate to join our vibrant Division.The faculty member will collaboratively contribute to the operation and expansion of our successful pediatric infectious disease. This position would provide opportunities for development and growth with a focus on clinical care and clinical research. In addition, the faculty member will contribute to the clinical, research, and teaching missions of the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, with coverage of the inpatient and outpatient clinical services and participation in student, resident, and fellow education. The Emory Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases (http://www.pediatrics.emory.edu/divisions/infectiousdisease/index.html) is a dynamic group of clinical and research faculty, staff, and trainees whose vision is to translate knowledge into care by reducing the impact of infectious diseases, giving every child the opportunity to thrive.This position will be 80% research and 20% clinical care:
Research (80%)
- Design and conduct research within the field of HIV immunology and HIV cure while enhancing professional skills and research.
- Design and evaluate experiments. Develop new ideas that promote current research.
- Prepare and publish scientific manuscripts.
- Fulfill the requirements of the third year of the Pediatric Scientist Development Program (PSDP)
- Apply for intramural and extramural funding in FY 2025, including the Atlanta Pediatric Scholars Program.
Patient Care (20%)
- Provide high-quality patient care in the outpatient Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Infectious Disease clinicsProfessional development
- Continuously improve professional abilities and achieve academic productivity.
Candidates should complete the online application and upload a letter of application and curriculum vitae. Qualified candidates must have an MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent and must be ABP board eligible/ board certified in pediatric infectious disease. Salary and professional level of appointment will be commensurate with experience.Inquiries can be sent to: Andi L. Shane, MD, MPH, MSc, Division Chief and Marcus Professor of Pediatrics, Emory University School of Medicine and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at ashane@emory.edu.Additional Information:
The Emory Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce. Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University have worked together since 1956, facilitating leading-edge pediatric research, training and innovation. Together, our partnership advances research and facilitates evidence-based quality care for children. The Emory Department of Pediatrics continues to be ranked in the top five pediatric departments in National Institutes of Health research funding.
NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Additional Details
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