What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor, Clinical Faculty Appointment (CFA), Pediatrics position at UT MD Anderson Cancer Center Careers?
This faculty member in the Division of Pediatrics will:
· Have specific clinical expertise in the management of the critically ill cancer patients.
· Provide clinical patient care with the majority of the time spent in the PICU.
· Perform clinical procedures that encompass those pertinent to delivering standard care to the critically ill pediatric patient.
· Maintain a supportive research, teaching, and clinical practice environment for trainees and clinical team members
This position has a target base salary of $281,677 to $316,453 and is eligible for incentive compensation, comprehensive health, wellness, time off, savings, and retirement benefits, as well as relocation support, as applicable.
The Children’s Hospital at MD Anderson evaluates 700-800 new patients and consultations annually, many of whom seek care for aggressive malignancy. Resources abound for significant contributions to understanding pediatric malignancy through interactions both within and outside of pediatrics, strengthening strategic alliances with pharmaceutical companies and promoting interdisciplinary / interdepartmental clinical activities and translational research programs to advance therapies. The candidate should have skills to lead and develop new clinical/translational programs and should have demonstrated excellence and extensive clinical training and research accomplishments in the area. We have an active fellowship program, faculty participation in COG, a survivorship program, and a vibrant supportive care program.
The faculty member must have completed an M.D. or DO degree from an accredited medical school or equivalent, must have completed residency training in an approved American Pediatric residency program or equivalent, be board certified in pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics or foreign equivalent if applicable. In addition, the candidate must be board certified/eligible in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine by the American Board of Pediatrics or foreign equivalent if applicable or obtain Pediatric Critical Care Medicine board certification within five years of employment. Must be licensed as a physician in the state of Texas.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Salary : $281,677 - $316,453