Associate Professor or Professor - Pediatric Clinical Genetics
Company: Columbia University
Location: New York
Posted on: April 16, 2024
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Job Description:
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
(VP&S) is searching for an outstanding physician-scientist to
assume the role of Chief of the Division of Pediatric Clinical
Genetics. This is a remarkable opportunity for a nationally
distinguished leader with a strong track record of scientific
accomplishment and leadership. Dependent upon the candidate's
experience, vision and aspirations, formal opportunities in
genetics outside of the Division's leadership are available. At a
minimum, close coordination with Columbia University's Precision
Medicine initiative, the Precision Genomics Laboratory in Pathology
performing genetic testing, Columbia's Department of Genetics and
Development, and the NY Genome Center are anticipated.
VP&S, Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) and
NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital (MSCH) work
in tandem to provide world-class pediatric care and propel
scientific discovery and education. VP&S boasts a faculty of
over 2,100 individuals, strong educational programs and a research
mission that is accompanied by a track-record of success, with over
$530 million in NIH funding in FY2022. CUIMC combines the resources
of a leading research institution with the compassionate care of a
U.S News & World Report Honor Roll hospital. Pediatric care is
supported by MSCH, a 269-bed Level 1 trauma center that provides
care to an incredibly diverse patient population. MSCH is the
top-ranked Children's Hospital in New York and is ranked in all ten
pediatric specialties by U.S News & World Report.
The Division of Clinical Genetics, located within the Department of
Pediatrics at VP&S, the top ranked medical school pediatric
program in the tristate region and one of the top in the US, has
been recognized as one of the leading Clinical Genetics programs in
the United States. The Division is staffed by 6 distinguished
faculty members who offer exceptional clinical care, innovative
scientific research and comprehensive educational programs for
students and trainees.
The Division Chief of Clinical Genetics will oversee all aspects of
Division activities from research, educational, operational and
financial perspectives. He/she will be expected to conduct their
own research program and to grow the Division's research portfolio
by expanding existing programs and by recruitment of additional
faculty with particular expertise in molecular genetics, gene and
cell-based therapeutics. The incumbent will collaborate with
existing Departmental and extensive institutional research and
clinical resources that are important in the context of growing
reliance on genomics, molecular diagnostics and therapeutics. The
individual should have an interest in "N-of-1" clinical situations
and customized genetic interventions will take advantage of these
resources.
COMMITMENT OF DIVERSITY
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer and Educator. The University is dedicated to the goal of
building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff
committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and
strongly encourages applications from women, minorities,
individuals with disabilities, and veterans.
Columbia University welcomes applications from individuals who may
have had nontraditional career paths, or who may have taken time
off for family reasons (e.g. children, caring for disabled or
elderly family), or who have achieved excellence in careers outside
of academia (e.g., in professional or industry service). The
University is responsive to the needs of dual career couples and is
committed to supporting the work-life balance of its faculty. We
are interested in candidates who have a record of success advising
and mentoring individuals from groups underrepresented in higher
education and is particularly interested in candidates who have
research interests in subjects that will contribute to the
understanding of diversity and equal opportunity.
Education/Certification
* M.D. or equivalent degree or M.D./Ph.D. from an accredited
institution.
* Board certification in a relevant specialty either in or directly
relational to genetics.
* Eligible for licensure as a physician in the state of New
York.
* Candidates must qualify for appointment at the Associate
Professor or Professor level at VP&S.
Knowledge, Work Experience and Competencies
Candidates for the position of Chief, Pediatric Clinical Genetics
will be selected from a diverse pool and be evaluated according to
the following criteria:
* A physician investigator/innovator with a national reputation as
a leader in the fields of pediatric Clinical Genetics with a proven
track record of securing external funding (ideally from NIH),
conducting scholarly research, providing education, and delivering
exceptional clinical care.
* Demonstrated capability to establish external relationships,
spearhead philanthropic initiatives and serve as the Division's
representative in the community and at a national level.
* Exemplary people management and leadership abilities, with the
capacity to serve as a mentor and facilitate the development of
leadership and research skills among faculty within the
Division.
* Possesses exceptional interpersonal skills; has an open,
transparent, and objective manner and the ability to relate
effectively with a wide variety of constituents and stakeholders;
is tactful, and diplomatic while also able to demonstrate
conviction in leading changes and meeting goals.
* A perceptive understanding of academic clinical practice and a
strong dedication to providing clinical care that prioritizes
patient-centeredness and equity.
* A proven record as a visionary and strategic thinker, an
accomplished negotiator and an effective organizational
manager.
* Possesses a deep comprehension of the interrelated missions of
education, research, patient care and community involvement that
characterizes academic medical practice and the importance of
balancing these objectives.
* Establishes trust both within and outside the Division by seeking
to understand differing perspectives, acting with transparency, and
upholding commitments. A dedication to promoting diversity and
inclusiveness among trainees, faculty, and staff through a
commitment to fostering racial, ethnic and gender diversity.
* Demonstrated skills and willingness to become a leader within a
departmental and institutional ecosystem that includes connected
missions stretching far outside of the division.
* Demonstrated proficiency in collaborating and navigating a work
environment that is interconnected at multiple levels for the
advancement of education, research, and patient care.
* Proven excellence in teaching and demonstrated history of
fostering professional growth and development for faculty, staff
and learners.
* Ability to identify and engage with potential donors to advance
philanthropic support.Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity
Employer / Disability / Veteran
Pay Transparency Disclosure
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based
on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental
budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses,
specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the
University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of
possible compensation at the time of posting.
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