Open Rank - Genetics

About the role

The Department of Pediatrics, Division of Genetics & Metabolism, University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa is seeking a physician who is Board Certified or eligible in Clinical Genetics for a full-time Clinical Faculty position at the Assistant Professor level or above.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient consultative services for inborn errors of metabolism and general genetics at Tampa General Hospital and St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, as well as outpatient USF Health clinics.
• Participate in research programs to expand the scholarly activities of the division. The incumbent will be encouraged to participate in clinical trials and other clinical research.
• Participate in the education and training of medical students, residents, fellows and genetic counselor students.

Requirements

• Medical degree from an accredited institution.
• Candidates must be board certified or board eligible in Clinical Genetics and Genomics and be eligible for full unrestricted Florida Medical License.
• Must meet university criteria for faculty appointment to the rank of assistant professor, associate or professor.

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited institution.
• Candidates must be board certified or board eligible in Clinical Genetics and Genomics and be eligible for full unrestricted Florida Medical License.
• Must meet university criteria for faculty appointment to the rank of assistant professor, associate or professor.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong clinical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in clinical research.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance plans.
• Roth and Traditional Retirement Savings Plans.
• Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance Programs.
• Generous Paid Time Off.

Pay

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and will be determined based on the needs of the department and the individual's qualifications.

Additional Information

About Us: Working at USF With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement.

About USF: The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference.

Compliance and Federal Notices: This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process. Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.