PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY

Academic Faculty Position

The Department of Pediatrics at SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse and the Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital at University Hospital are recruiting a faculty member in the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at the level of Assistant/Associate Professor. This is a full time academic position caring for the entire spectrum of pediatric hematology/oncology disorders, but interests in general oncology, vascular anomalies, stem cell therapies and patient-oriented research are highly desired. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3-7 years of experience post-fellowship (preferred but not required). This is a unique opportunity to advance a strong clinical and academic career in a well-supported clinical practice with a diverse patient population. We are seeking a physician with outstanding clinical and leadership skills, who can work well as a member of a team and will contribute to medical education and scholarship.

The candidate will join an active pediatric hematology/oncology program consisting of 8 pediatric hematologists/oncologists, a nurse practitioner, and psychologist as well as support staff in nursing, social work, child life, pharmacy and an educational liaison specialist. We have comprehensive programs in neuro-oncology, survivorship, bleeding disorders, sickle cell disease, chronic transfusion/hematology, palliative care, cancer genetics, and vascular anomalies. We are highly active in the Children’s Oncology Group as well as other consortiums. We have a close working relationship with our pediatric bioethics program.

Facilities include state of the art outpatient facilities in the Waters Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders located in the Upstate Cancer Center as well as a dedicated inpatient unit in the Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital.

Candidates must be board certified/board eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and eligible for a New York State medical license. Academic rank and leadership opportunities in the division are dependent on commensurate qualifications and prior experiences.

We invite interested candidates to apply online to job #77364 at https://www.upstate.edu/hr/jobs , cover letter can be addressed to: Melanie Comito, MD, Director, Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Department of Pediatrics, Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital. Questions regarding this position can be directed to ComitoM@upstate.edu

At SUNY Upstate Medical University, we strive to promote a professional environment that encourages varied perspectives from faculty members with diverse life experiences. A respect for diversity is one of our core values. We are committed to recruiting and supporting a rich community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. We actively seek applications from women and members of underrepresented groups to contribute to the diversity of our university community in support of our teaching, research and clinical missions.