Pediatric Infectious Disease, Assistant/Associate Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine [R0145786]

About the role

The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV, Department of Pediatrics is seeking a full-time Pediatric Infectious Disease faculty member at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clinical care in both inpatient and outpatient settings to patients with infectious diseases.
• Provide clinical care at area hospitals such as Sunrise/Children’s Hospital, UMC/Children’s Hospital, and others as assigned.
• Provide outpatient clinical care at the UNLV Health Faculty Practice plan clinic(s).
• Participate on hospital, departmental, and university committees.
• Engage in pediatric outreach activities/advocacy.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• State board eligible/certified.
• Eligible for an unrestricted Nevada medical license, malpractice insurance, and successfully credentialed by affiliated teaching hospitals.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical, teaching, and leadership skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team orientation.
• Support for diversity, equity, and inclusiveness.

Skills

• Ability to provide comprehensive clinical care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Experience in pediatric infectious disease.
• Leadership and committee involvement.
• Outreach and advocacy skills.

Benefits

Generous compensation packages, up to 48 days of paid time off, sick leave, and holidays. Excellent health insurance including medical, dental, and vision coverage. No state income tax. Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs. Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools and for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents. Personal and professional development opportunities. Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles.

Pay

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule (depending on your department).

Contact Information

To apply, submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and at least three professional references who may be contacted, including reference names, addresses, and telephone numbers. For assistance with the application process, please contact SOM Human Resources at hr.recruitment@medicine.unlv.edu.