Pediatric Hematologist
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University of Iowa Stead Family Department of Pediatrics |
| Location: |
Iowa City, IA, USA |
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Salary: |
Not available |
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Posted: |
October 1, 2026 |
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Application Period: |
October 1, 2026-January 31, 2027 |
University of Iowa Stead Family Department of Pediatrics seeks a hematologist. Appointment rank is open and may be to either the tenure track or clinical (non-tenure) track consistent with clinical experience and research interest. Appointment rank to Instructor of Pediatrics (non-tenure or clinical track) may also be considered. The individual selected will join the Division of Hematology/Oncology to provide patient care, teaching, and consultative services as a pediatrician specializing in hematology/oncology.
The pediatric hematology program provides comprehensive care to a wide variety of hematological conditions including bleeding disorders, thrombosis, sickle cell disease, bone marrow failure, and vascular malformations. The division is involved in cutting-edge research funded by the NIH and nonfederal entities
Requirements:
Must hold an MD/DO degree, or equivalent
Board certified or eligible in Pediatrics, or equivalent
Board certified or eligible hematology/oncology
License or eligible for licensure in the State of Iowa
Desirable qualifications:
Interest and/or expertise in hematology
Clinical experience in hematology in an academic setting
Experience in patient-oriented research
Teaching competence in pediatrics for medical students and residents
Evidence of scholarly activity
Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated experience promoting an inclusive culture in the workforce and academic environment
The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine is one of the nation’s top medical schools. It is ranked 44th in research by U.S. News & World Report. Stead Family Department of Pediatrics is ranked No. 27 in NIH funding among public pediatric departments nationwide by the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research.
The pediatrics department comprises the medical staff of University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children’s Hospital, Iowa’s only nationally ranked children’s hospital and home to the state’s only Level 4 NICU and Level 1 Regional Resource Pediatric Trauma Center. The ACGME-accredited pediatric residency program at Stead Family Children’s Hospital trains 50 pediatric resident physicians.
For its 2025-26 edition of “Best Children’s Hospitals,” U.S. News & World Report ranked Stead Family Children's Hospital in seven pediatric specialties: neonatology, pediatric nephrology, pediatric diabetes and endocrinology, pediatric neurology and neurosurgery, pediatric cardiology and heart and vascular surgery, pediatric urology and pediatric adolescent behavioral health.
We are home to the Hawkeye Wave, voted the best college sports tradition by USA Today readers, where 70,000 football fans wave to our patients and providers every game day. You will never feel as much community support as you do at Iowa. Come wave with us!
For more information contact:
David Gordon, MD, PhD
Professor of Pediatrics
Division Director, Hematology/Oncology
David-J-Gordon@uiowa.edu
Visit us on the web at: www.uichildrens.org.
To apply for this position please visit the University of Iowa website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu, requisition number 76050.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
How to Apply
To apply for this position please visit the University of Iowa website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu, requisition number 76050.
Contact Information
Jeanie Cromer
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242 USA
jeanie-cromer@uiowa.edu
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