Pediatric Hematology/Oncology/Stem Cell Transplant: Immunotherapy and Stem Cell Transplant
Indiana University Health
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Posted: 10-Jan-25
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
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Physicians/Surgeons
Internal Number: 62095
The Division of Pediatric Hematology, Oncology, and Stem Cell Transplant at Riley Children’s Health, affiliated with Indiana University School of Medicine, and a proud member of the Children’s Oncology Group Phase 1/BMT-CTN , is interviewing applicants for a clinical research position at the Assistant or Associate professor level. The successful candidate should be clinically trained in pediatric hematology/oncology/stem cell transplant with a focus on Stem Cell Transplant and Immunotherapy. Duties will include SCT-only inpatient consultation, outpatient consultation, outpatient clinics, and inpatient service. We invite qualified like-minded candidates to share our vision to provide compassionate, equitable, family centered care for patients with cancer and blood disorders through a focus on cutting edge research, exceptional quality, and the education of current and future leaders.
The Division of Pediatric Hematology, Oncology, and Stem Cell Transplant at Riley Children’s Health’s comprehensive interdisciplinary teams support children, adolescents, and young adults diagnosed with cancer and blood disorders, treating more than 80% of the state’s young cancer patients. Each year, we care for over 300 new oncology patients and perform over 13,000 outpatient visits, offering expert care for leukemia, solid tumors, brain tumors, hematopoietic and stem cell transplants, as well as general hematology, sickle cell disease, thalassemia, bone marrow failure syndromes, hemophilia, and other coagulation disorders. Our center is affiliated with the Indiana University School of Medicine’s Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indiana’s only NCI-designated comprehensive center, and is home to the only nationally ranked oncology and hematology program in the state . Our Stem Cell transplant program is a FACT accredited NCI-designated cancer center recognized for its excellence and comprehensive services. Below are some key highlights that set our program apart:
A team that includes 7 SCT Physicians with SCT-only service and call.
70-90 SCT/CAR-T patients per year.
Brown center for immunotherapy with an on-site GM cell manufacturing facility.
Top 5 enrolling centers in COG and BMT CTN site.
Program-specific dedicated APPs, Nurse Navigators, Social Workers, educational liaisons, psychologists, basic science, and researchers.
Excellent culture with supportive leadership/mentors who value professional development, collegiality, interdepartmental teamwork, and a strong work/life balance.
Faculty appointment with IUSM; medical education opportunities with students, residents, and fellows.
Comprehensive benefits through IUSM including group insurance (health, dental, life, disability), several retirement options including 401k with company match, vacation/CME/holidays, relocation assistance and occurrence-based malpractice insurance coverage starting the first day of employment.
Eligible candidates may receive fellowship stipends.
For more than 95 years, Riley Hospital for Children has been one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. Each year, Riley Hospital provides compassionate care, support and comfort to more than 300,000 inpatients and outpatients from across Indiana, the nation and the world. Physicians at Riley Hospital provide comprehensive care, from the routine to the most complex, in every field of pediatric medicine and surgery.
Riley Hospital is nationally ranked as a top children's hospital by U.S. News & World Report,with national rankings in all ten pediatric specialties (including two specialties in the top ten), and is the only nationally ranked children's hospital in Indiana. Part of Indiana University Health, Riley Hospital enjoys a unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, giving our highly skilled physicians access to innovative treatments using the latest research and technology.
In addition, Riley Hospital is ranked ninth in the nation for NIH Research funding, totaling more than $38.5 million in 2023. The Children's Clinical Research Center, located at Riley Hospital, is one of the largest pediatric research facilities in the country. Riley Hospital also offers one of the nation's largest outpatient care facilities for children.
At Riley Hospital for Children, we are committed to advancing a culture where all people can come together while we work to equitably improve the health of all Hoosiers. Working together, our health system fosters an environment in which differences are respected and valued. With a bold approach to diversity and inclusion, we are the place where many voices and perspectives come together to improve the health of our communities today and in the future.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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