Clinical Geneticist - Clinical AssistantAssociateFull Professor

Pediatric Genetics and Metabolism Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Florida is inviting applicants to apply for a full time faculty position as Clinical Geneticist in the Division of Genetics and Metabolism. Our program is directed toward the diagnosis management and care of children known or expected to have genetic and/or biochemical disorders. You will be supported by our team that consists of 3 clinical and biochemical geneticists 1 nurse practitioner 5 genetic counselors 3 metabolic nutritionists and additional clinical and administrative staff.

You will provide inpatient consultation to children and adults as well as outpatient servicesat various locations at the UF/Shands campus in Gainesville. You will also provide services by telemedicine to our catchment area which includes Central and Northern Florida.

You will take advantage of the many opportunities for teaching house staff and medical students and will be provided with resources and support. This is a nontenure accruing position.

UF HealthPediatrics

UF Health the University of Floridas academic health center is the countrys only academic health center with six healthrelated colleges located on a single contiguous campus. The colleges major research centers and institutes and clinical enterprises focus on building collaborative specialized clinical services centered on quality and innovation. The UF College of Medicine the largest college within UFs academic health center is currently the highestranked medical school in Florida. UF Health Shands UF Healths private notforprofit hospital system includes seven hospitals a statedesignatedLevel I trauma center a Level IV neonatal intensive care unit a regional burn center and an emergency air and ground transport program.

The Department of Pediatrics clinical services are delivered at UF Health Shands Childrens Hospital which was named one of the best Childrens Hospital in Florida in the U.S. News & World Report rankings. Nationally ranked in five pediatric specialties UF Health Shands Childrens Hospital provides the full spectrum of pediatric specialty services and is among the Top 5 childrens hospitals in the Southeast US. UF Health Shands Childrens Hospital is a major destination center for pediatric patients both nationally and internationally who require specialized attention for complex medical problems.

UF Health Shands Childrens Hospital represents the only quaternarycare academic pediatric center in North Florida. The childrens hospital has 208 beds including fullyequipped pediatric and neonatal intensive care units. UF Health Shands Childrens Hospital is part of the Childrens Miracle Networks alliance of premier hospitals for children.

The Department of Pediatrics is committed to fostering innovation and advancing discovery in the biomedical and psychosocial aspects of child health and human development educating and training pediatric scientists and directly translating basic scientific discoveries into new patientoriented therapies. In the most recent fiscal year the department was home to over $30.5M in sponsored research.

UF Health faculty work in multidisciplinary teams with researchers in the five other Health Science Center colleges as well as those from across the University. The focus of team efforts is often grown out of the Centers and Institutes including the Evelyn F. and William L. McKnight Brain Institute the UF Genetics Institute the Powell Gene Therapy Center and the UF Health Cancer Center.

Gainesville Florida

Gainesville FL is a vibrant city that offers a mix of culture outdoor beauty and a dynamic community atmosphere. The city touted as one of the more affordable costofliving communities in Florida is surrounded by stunning natural attractions like the Florida Museum of Natural History Paynes Prairie Preserve crystal clear freshwater springs and several scenic parks making it ideal for outdoor adventures. Gainesville also has a strong sense of community and is recognized for its festivals farmers markets and diverse dining options downtown. The historic Hippodrome Theatre is the perfect place to indulge in live performances or independent films. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy many Division I NCAA sports (Go Gators).

We Offer Exceptional Benefits

• Lowcost State Health Plans: Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Generous Retirement Options to Secure Your Future
• Comprehensive Paid Time Off Package (including 11 paid holidays as well as paid family sick and vacation leave)
• Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• No State Income Tax

Commensurate with education and experience

Applicants must have a M.D. orM.D./Ph.D. or other equivalent and belicensed or eligible for licensure in theState of Florida in Pediatrics and beboard certified /eligible in GeneralPediatrics or the appropriate subspecialty.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a sufficient applicant pool has been established.

Applications shouldinclude acover letter curriculum vitae andnames and contact information for three professional references or three letters of reference.

Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered official if a designation of Issued to Student is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approval by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) which can be found athttp://naces/.

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position please call 352/or the Florida Relay System at 800/(TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Floridas Sunshine Law.