Academic Pediatric Genetics Physician (NTT)

Department of Pediatrics

The Division of Medical Genetics in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Missouri School of Medicine is seeking a full-time Geneticist to join a rapidly growing and highly collaborative academic program. This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of a division with strong institutional support, a broad referral base, and the ability to make a meaningful impact across Missouri and surrounding regions.

The successful candidate will join a busy and expanding Medical Genetics Division, providing comprehensive consultative and patient care services in Columbia.

In June 2024, University of Missouri Health Care opened its state-of-the-art Children's Hospital, a modern facility with more than 160 beds dedicated to delivering advanced pediatric care. The hospital brings together a broad range of pediatric medical and surgical subspecialties alongside comprehensive ancillary services, creating a highly collaborative environment focused on innovation and excellence in patient care.

As Richard Barohn, MD, Executive Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs and Dean of the MU School of Medicine, shared:
"We brought together all of our highly specialized teams, top researchers and advanced resources in one location to ensure our patients receive the best possible care close to home."

Job Details:

• Join a team of:
  o 30 Pediatric specialties, including Genetics
  o Genetics Counselors
  o Dieticians
• Responsibilities are:
  o Clinical care in multi-disciplinary team
  o Education across the medical education spectrum from pre-clinical to graduate medical education
  o Shared on call responsibilities

Benefits:

• Multidisciplinary team approach
• Access to 30 pediatric sub-specialties
• Competitive salary, and benefits including family tuition discounts, and an 8% retirement match

About Columbia, MO:
Be surprised by what Columbia has to offer from picturesque parks to award-winning cuisine to amazing art and superb shopping. Columbia is "more than a college town" and "surprisingly sophisticated."

• Rated as one of the Top 10 most livable college towns in America by Strategistico.com July 2022
• #6 Most affordable outdoorsy paces to live by Realator.com June 2022
• #28 of the Best Places to Live in the US from CBS News April 2022
• 20% Population growth since 2016, low cost of living and great schools

If you are ready to explore your next career move, please contact Lori Schutte - text or phone 314-443-6137 or email lschutte@health.missouri.edu

Minimum Qualifications: MD/DO

Candidate will be evaluated on: BC/BE in Medical Genetics from an ACGME- or ACGMEi - accredited institution

Be prepared to upload a CV.

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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