Assistant/Associate/Professor of Pediatrics (NTT) - Pediatric Genetics Chief

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Missouri-Columbia is seeking a Division Chief of Pediatric Genetics. This physician leader will play an integral role in the Department of Pediatrics by leading administrative, clinical, and educational activities for the division and serving on the Department executive team. With the opening of the new Children's Hospital in 2024, the division chief will play an important role in re-establishing the position of the division as market leader in the region and in planning the expansion of outreach services across the state.

The Division Chief's responsibilities include:

• Leading the division's clinical, research and educational services
• Fostering the growth and expansion of Pediatric Genetics programs
• Expanding both the clinical and interdisciplinary research programs
• Supervision of Division staff including physicians, Advanced Practice Professionals, and support staff

About MU Healthcare:
In the past decade, MU Health Care is the market leader in our 25-county service area with a total population of 800,000 and growing. With six hospitals, more than 50 clinics and multiple affiliations to improve patient access, MU Health Care reaches patients in every county of Missouri as well as all surrounding states.
MU Health Care's dedication to pediatric care is best exemplified through the brand new seven-story Children's Hospital. Despite change and pandemic-related economic pressures, the new hospital was planned and completed on-time and is home to more than 30 pediatric specialties and offer the region's only Children's Hospital, Level 1 Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Level IV Epilepsy Center.

About Columbia:
Be surprised by what Columbia has to offer from picturesque parks to award winning cuisine to amazing art and superb shopping. Columbia is "more than a college town" and "surprisingly sophisticated."

• Rated as one of the Top 10 most livable college towns in America by Strategistico.com July 2022
• #6 Most affordable outdoorsy paces to live by Realator.com June 2022
• #28 of the Best Places to Live in the US from CBS News April 2022
• 20% Population growth since 2016 with low cost of living and great schools

If you are ready to explore your next career move, please contact Lori Schutte - text or phone 314-443-6137 or email lschutte@health.missouri.edu

Minimum Qualifications:

• MD/DO
• Board certified in Genetics

Candidates will be evaluated on:

• Demonstrated success in leadership roles
• The ability to lead a diverse group in clinical, research, and teaching programs
• Work collaboratively with hospital and academic department partners
• Ability to successfully mentor junior faculty
• A commitment to excellence in patient care
• Experience with Strategic Growth, Budgeting, and Resource Management

Be prepared to upload a CV.

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

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