Pediatric Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Therapy Clinical Director, Department...

Description

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Virginia School of Medicine seeks an MD, MD/PhD or equivalently trained physician to serve as Clinical Director for Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular therapy, joining our growing Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and to lead development of the clinical program in partnership with division, department and institutional leadership. The appointee will join an outstanding Pediatric Hematology/Oncology group of clinicians and scientists with expertise in malignant and non-malignant hematologic disorders, pediatric sarcomas and embryonal tumors, central nervous system malignancies, as well as stem cell transplant, CAR T cell and immunotherapy. The appointee will be welcomed into the highly collaborative environment of the University of Virginia. The successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding interpersonal and communications skills, share our institutional values of commitments to professionalism and integrity, personal accountability, excellence across all our missions and steadfast respect for others.

Ideal candidates will have deep clinical expertise in autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplants, CAR T cell infusions and their associated toxicities, as well as expertise in program development toward FACT accreditation. Both outpatient and inpatient care responsibilities are fundamental to the position, as is having the heart of a teacher as our program grows. The chosen candidate will be appointed at the Assistant, Associate or full Professor level and enjoy generous compensation and benefits. Board Certification in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology with focused additional training in stem cell transplant and cellular therapy are required for the position. We also seek those with strong clinical skills, an ability to connect with children, their families and a talented staff, as well as those who will participate in clinical/translational research and mentoring of learners. Upon joining, you will find professional homes within, among others, the NCI-designated UVA Comprehensive Cancer Center, the Carter Immunology Center and the Child Health Research Center.

The University of Virginia Medical Center and Children's Hospital are located adjacent to the main university grounds. The University is consistently ranked among the top public institutions in the United States. UVA Health comprises the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, University Physicians Group, and the Medical Center. As a world-class academic medical center, UVA Health features 735 beds, a Level 1 trauma center serving central Virginia, an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center, and a Level IV NICU. UVA Children’s Hospital has been recognized as Virginia’s #1 children’s hospital by U.S. News and World Report for five consecutive years and holds national rankings in nine subspecialties.

Charlottesville, home to the University of Virginia, offers a vibrant community with a blend of cultural sophistication and small-town ambiance, situated just one hundred miles from Washington, DC. Nestled amidst the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area is rich in historical sites and outdoor recreational opportunities, including hiking, biking, water sports and skiing. The region boasts a dynamic culinary scene, the Downtown Mall’s entertainment offerings, and over forty wineries along with numerous breweries, cideries, and distilleries. Consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States by Money Magazine, USA Today, and rated the fifth happiest place to live by Outside Magazine, Charlottesville provides an exceptional quality of life.

Seize this unique opportunity to lead, innovate, and thrive—both professionally and personally—in an exceptional academic and community setting. Join us at UVA Health and become part of a legacy of excellence in Charlottesville, Virginia.

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Newly announced October 2025: UVA Health Children’s is the No. 1 children's hospital in Virginia for the 5th consecutive year as ranked by U.S. News and World Report. Among children’s hospitals, UVA was ranked by U.S. News & World Report in 9 specialties:

• #28 in neonatology
• Top 50 in Pediatric and Adolescent Behavioral Health
• #30 in pediatric gastroenterology and GI surgery
• #21 (tie) in pediatric nephrology
• #49 in pediatric diabetes and endocrinology
• #42 in pediatric orthopaedics
• #34 in pediatric cardiology and heart surgery
• #29 in pediatric pulmonology and lung surgery
• #39 in pediatric urology

Qualifiations

Candidates must have at least an MD or DO degree and be board-certified/board-eligible in Hematology-Oncology. Ideal candidates will have deep clinical expertise in autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplants, CAR T cell infusions and their associated toxicities, as well as expertise in program development toward FACT accreditation.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position please follow. Please complete your application online and attach the following documents. The position will remain open until filled.

• Cover letter
• CV/resume
• Three letters of recommendation

For additional information about the position, please contact Michael Engel, MD, PhD, via email at MEE2MJ@uvahealth.org. For questions about the application process, please contact UVA Recruiter, Karon Harrington at fak3ph@virginia.edu