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The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and the Emory University Department of Pediatrics is seeking to hire a junior physician to serve as a member of our Hematology team.
• As a member of the Department of Pediatrics, you would report to Dr. Clinton Joiner as Section Chief of Hematology, Dr. Douglas Graham as Division Chief, and to Dr. Lucky Jain as Chair;
• Demonstrate a pattern of excellence and ongoing contributions in clinical medicine, as well as teaching and research;
• Develop a record of research excellence and publications under the institutional mentoring of Dr. Clinton Joiner (and others);
• Provide exemplary clinical service and assure that patients care for by you only receive the highest quality care;
• Devote 20% of your time continuing your Hematology research efforts, with the goal of publishing in peer-reviewed journals as well as forming the basis for grant applications
• Devote up to 80% effort to clinical responsibilities in the Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. We anticipate this time would include both inpatient and outpatient responsibilities that may be adjusted depending on service needs.
• Play a role in the education and training programs of the pediatric Hem/Onc/BMT Division. This would involve access to and involvement with medical students, residents, fellows, and occasionally physicians in practice;
• Collaborate with other members of the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University Department of Pediatrics, especially the Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center, in building multi-disciplinary research projects; and
• Participate in periodic review of your activities to be performed by the Section Director of Hematology and the Director of the Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center.
The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce.
Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
Emory University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and the Emory University Department of Pediatrics is seeking to hire a junior to midlevel physician to serve as a member of the Aflac Precision Medicine Program (APMP).
Applicants should be board-certified in pediatric hematology/oncology with an interest in developing the APMP initiative. All qualified applicants would be expected to be hired at the assistant or associate professor rank. Clinical effort and research commitment are flexible depending on the candidates’ interests, training and funding.
Clinical Care (10-20% FTE)
• Clinical FTE commensurate with level of training and with level of funding
• Serve as staff physician on inpatient, ambulatory or procedure services at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Research (30-40% FTE)
• Expectation to obtain grant funding to support an independent research program that may include projects related to the APMP
Precision Medicine Activities (50% FTE)
Molecular Tumor Board (MTB)
- Administrative oversight of MTB
- Prepare LL, PNO and ST patient presentations, or delegate some to fellows/junior faculty
- Oversee patient presentations prepared by fellows/junior faculty
- Communicate MTB conclusions to primary team
- Track MTB “outcomes”
- Prepare periodic (at least q 6 month) MTB “outcomes” reports
- Visit outside programs (e.g. Michigan, Texas, Cincinnati) to gain insight into best practices
APMP Research
- Participate in a translational research program focused on some aspect of Precision Medicine that will lead to scientific publications and grant funding. Areas of focus may include but are not limited to:
- Real-time drug sensitivity screening program that could provide valuable supplemental information to informMTB recommendations
- Ethnic/racial differences in tumor response
- Role of the tumor microenvironment
- Circulating tumor DNA
- Methylation
- Adolescent/Young Adult tumor differences
- Gain experience in Bioinformatics in collaboration with Dr. Manoj Bhasin
- Take relevant course(s) (e.g. Bioinformatics analysis, statistics)
- Support Aflac/Cincinnati/MSKCC Precision Medicine Collaboration
- Coordinate monthly calls
- Arrange face-to-face meetings
- Establish additional collaboration
Precision Medicine Education
- Serve as point person for questions from Aflac Faculty/Staff/Trainees
- Develop recurrent education modules related to Precision Medicine
The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce.
Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
Emory University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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The Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology at Emory University School of Medicine is expanding to meet growing clinical needs at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, the leading congenital cardiac care provider in Georgia. We are seeking dedicated cardiac team members to help provide anesthesia care for children undergoing cardiac surgical procedures, cath lab procedures (diagnostic, interventional, and electrophysiologic), and noninvasive cardiac imaging as well as anesthesia care in the noncardiac ORs for children with congenital cardiac defects.
Approximately 700-750 cardiac surgical cases (500-550 on CPB) and 1,200 cardiac catheterizations are performed each year at CHOA under the care of our team. Our program includes a pediatric cardiac anesthesiology fellowship. This position includes an academic appointment with Emory University School of Medicine with rank commensurate with experience. Fellowship training in pediatric cardiac anesthesiology or significant clinical experience is required.
Children’s is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Georgia and one of the largest in the country. In addition to being recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, Children’s consistently has been listed as one of Fortune magazine’s 100 best places to work.
Both Children’s and Emory support the ongoing professional and leadership development of physicians while maintaining a healthy balance between academics and clinical work and rewarding excellence and productivity in both through the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute. Research and teaching activities are cultivated through strong relationships and affiliations with the other departments within the Emory School of Medicine, the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory, Georgia Institute of Technology and the Centers for Disease Control.
Interested candidates, please forward letters of inquiry and curriculum vitae to:
Bruce E. Miller, M.D.
Director of Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiology
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston Hospital
Emory University School of Medicine
Atlanta, Georgia
Email: bmill02@emory.edu
The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce.
Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.
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The Emory University School of Medicine, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, is recruiting a full-time epidemiologist/health services researcher. The position will hold a rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor, commensurate with qualifications and experience and will be tenure-eligible. The position will be within the Division of Research and will work closely with faculty members across several clinical divisions.
For more than 75 years, the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics has provided excellence in health care services, research, and education for a racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse population of women from adolescence through menopause. This rapidly-growing department seeks innovative solutions for addressing health disparities and ensuring health equity for all women.
The Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, together with Emory University School of Medicine, is fully committed to the shared values of diversity and inclusion in order to achieve and sustain excellence. We firmly believe that we best promote excellence by recruiting and retaining a diverse group of faculty and staff promoting a sense of inclusion and belonging for every member of our community. This climate for diversity, inclusion and excellence is critical to attaining the best scholarship, teaching, and research.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- In partnership with other faculty members, develop a comprehensive research strategy to address women’s health issues using a health services research approach and epidemiologic tools.
- Develop an independently funded research portfolio.
- Participate in the supervision and training of faculty, fellows, residents, medical students and other students.
Qualifications:
Qualified candidates must have a doctoral degree. Candidates should have demonstrated excellence in scholarship as evidenced by high-quality peer-reviewed publications and a high likelihood of governmental funding in the near future. Review of candidates will begin immediately; for fullest consideration, submit CV, cover letter, and the names of three references.
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
Emory University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Emory University does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.
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SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
- Serve as an attending surgical oncologist at The Emory Clinic, Inc., Crawford Long Hospital, Emory University Hospital, Veterans Affairs Medical Center and other sites that may be deemed necessary by the Section leader over time.
- Participate in the clinical education, training and development of residents through practice-site rotation activities and conferences.
- Participate in the development of unique and collaborative research specific to surgical oncology.
- Participate in the administrative operations of the Clinic sub-section / section or University division based upon assignments determined by the Section Chief and/or Sub-section Chief.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Board Certified General Surgeon with post-graduate training in Surgical Oncology
- A valid, unrestricted medical license to practice medicine in the State of Georgia
- A controlled Substance Registration Drug Enforcement Administration Certificate
- Must sign the Non-Compete Agreement of The Emory Clinic, Inc. as a condition of employment.
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
Emory University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Emory University School of Medicine, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Jane Fonda Center invites applications for a Senior Level Faculty Position in Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health. This exciting position offers the opportunity for multidisciplinary research in adolescent sexual and reproductive health, family planning and related fields. The Jane Fonda Center is in the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics at Emory University School of Medicine. The Center has a long history of conducting research to advance the knowledge about and enhance service delivery for adolescent sexual and reproductive health. We are looking for an energetic, innovative, committed and experienced faculty person to add to our team. The successful candidate will:
- Have a PhD and an established independent track record of extramural funding in adolescent sexual and reproductive health or related fields.
- Have a strong record of contributions in mentorship of trainees and junior faculty
- Show a background of scholarship, service on academic committees and professional organizations
- Demonstrate ethical conduct, professionalism, interpersonal skills, leadership, and management abilities to effectively direct and develop research consistent with the organization’s pledge
Candidates from a wide range of disciplines (women’s health, health disparities, health services, population health, epidemiology, behavioral health, behavioral economics and others) are encouraged to apply. Special consideration will be given to those with previous experience in adolescent reproductive health, women’s health, or family planning.
Faculty appointment will be commensurate with experience. Qualified candidates will be considered for the Marion Howard Chair in Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health. Initial funding will be provided by the Jane Fonda Center, and candidates will be expected to secure extramural funding to support their research after the initial appointment. Partial salary support will also be provide by the Marion Howard Chair.
Atlanta is a vibrant and diverse city and headquarters for major research and public health entities including the American Cancer Society and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Emory University School of Medicine is a top research institution and is part of the Woodruff Health Sciences Center that includes an NCI designated Cancer Center-Winship Cancer Institute, Schools of Public Health and Nursing, the Yerkes National Primate Research Center, NCRR-funded Atlanta Clinical and Translational Science Institute, and Emory Healthcare, a leader in quality achievements among teaching hospitals in the U.S.
Interested candidates are encouraged to provide a letter of interest and current CV in confidence to Emory Career’s website.
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
Emory University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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JOB DESCRIPTION: Helps design and conduct research within a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for pursuit of a career. The specific area of research in which the trainee is mentored is determined by the department and laboratory of the Postdoc. Designs and evaluates experiments. Develops new ideas that promote current research. Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator. May be responsible for operation of specific equipment. May teach techniques to others, train, and supervise research staff. Positions are temporary appointments as a research trainee. The initial appointment is for one year, renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funds are available. Appointments cannot exceed five years.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS etc) in an appropriate field. Excellent scientific writing ability and strong oral communication skills. The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues. Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator.
A full-time Bioinformatics Analyst position is available at Emory University and the Yerkes National Primate Center in the Division of Microbiology and Immunology in Atlanta. The position will be part of a funded project to analyze B and T cell single-RNA-Seq data including T cell and B cell antigen-receptor sequences. Additionally, the position will involve the study of several immune cellular subsets in HIV and SIV infection using RNA-Seq.
The position will entail analyzing:
• single-cell RNA-Seq data
• RNA-Seq data in models of HIV and SIV infection
• T lymphocyte and B lymphocyte repertoire sequences
• data from other Next Generation Sequencing applications
Applicants should have a background that includes strong computer science and/or bioinformatics skills and an advanced degree in computational biology, bioinformatics or a related computer science discipline. A background in Immunology, Virology or HIV-research is also an asset but not necessary.
The position will allow for successful applicants to obtain any necessary additional computational training to complete the project.
The position will also offer the opportunity to write and publish several manuscripts from this and other projects.
Preferred Skills:
• Demonstrable experience writing code to solve biological problems
• R/Bioconductor proficiency highly preferred
• Experience working with RNA-SEq is a significant strength
• Programming experience in C/C++, Python, Java or PERL is a significant plus
• Excellent communication and scientific writing skills
• Motivation to turn data into manuscripts.
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JOB DESCRIPTION: Helps design and conduct research within a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for pursuit of a career. The specific area of research in which the trainee is mentored is determined by the department and laboratory of the Postdoc. Designs and evaluates experiments. Develops new ideas that promote current research. Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator. May be responsible for operation of specific equipment. May teach techniques to others, train, and supervise research staff. Positions are temporary appointments as a research trainee. The initial appointment is for one year, renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funds are available. Appointments cannot exceed five years.
A position is available in the laboratory of Anna Marie Kenney, PhD in the Department of Pediatrics at Emory University for an entry level post-doctoral fellow with expertise in genetically engineered mouse modeling, immunology techniques, cell and molecular biology techniques to take on an exciting new Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research-funded project exploring genetic determinants of the role played by the immune microenvironment in the pediatric brain tumor medulloblastoma. The ideal candidate will be a recently minted PhD with a proven publication track record, ability to work independently within a larger team, and motivation to apply for funding. Please provide a resume, bibliography, and contact information for three references.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS etc) in an appropriate field. Excellent scientific writing ability and strong oral communication skills. The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues. Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator.
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JOB DESCRIPTION: Helps design and conduct research within a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for pursuit of a career. The specific area of research in which the trainee is mentored is determined by the department and laboratory of the Postdoc. Designs and evaluates experiments. Develops new ideas that promote current research. Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator. May be responsible for operation of specific equipment. May teach techniques to others, train, and supervise research staff. Positions are temporary appointments as a research trainee. The initial appointment is for one year, renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funds are available. Appointments cannot exceed five years.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS etc) in an appropriate field. Excellent scientific writing ability and strong oral communication skills. The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues. Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator.
A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Rama Amara within the Division of Microbiology and Immunology at the Yerkes National Primate Research Center of Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA to study the Influenza vaccines using the macaque model. In particular, the project will evaluate the longevity of humoral and cellular immune responses induced by various vaccine delivery systems including proteins, DNA and RNA. Protein vaccinations will also test the influence of different adjuvants. One of the primary goals of these experiments will be to identify molecular and immunological mechanisms that are associated with induction of long-lived immunity against influenza proteins in NHPs that can be tested/compared eventually with vaccinations in humans.
Requirements for the position include: PhD degree with applicable experience in immunology, microbial pathogenesis, or a related field; experience and facility with scientific writing and communication; and ability to work independently as well as a member of a team. Experience working with macaque model is desirable.
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The Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics at the Rollins School of Public Health of Emory University (https://www.sph.emory.edu/departments/bios/index.html) is recruiting one tenure-track faculty at the Assistant Professor level. We particularly seek individuals with research experiences in the general area of bioinformatics, including genetics, (epi)genomics, metabolomics, and other omics research. Responsibilities associated with the position include methodological and collaborative research, teaching, and the supervision of graduate students. There are ample opportunities to collaborate with world-class biomedical researchers, including the ones from Emory School of Public Health and School of Medicine, Emory Vaccine Center, Winship Cancer Institute, Yerkes Primate Center, the VA Medical Center, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The department includes 35 faculty members currently supported by a wide range of external funding, as Principal Investigators, Core Directors, and Co-investigators. Faculty engage in diverse methodological research areas with specific motivation from an equally broad array of public health focus areas, including Alzheimer’s disease, infectious diseases, cancer, cardiovascular and renal disease, epidemiological surveillance, and environmental and mental health. The department participates in the Georgia Clinical and Translational Science Alliance, serves as the Data Coordinating Center for several NIH clinical trials, and operates the Biostatistics Collaborative Core. The department offers a doctoral graduate program in Biostatistics from the Laney Graduate School of Arts and Science and master’s degree programs in Biostatistics and Public Health Informatics from the Rollins School of Public Health. A concentration in bioinformatics, imaging, and genetics (BIG) is available at the doctoral level.
Requirements: Doctoral degree in Biostatistics/Statistics or a related field; strong record of or high potential for methodologic research; intent and ability for scientific collaborative research and graduate level teaching; excellent oral and written communication skills.
Applicants must apply to this job posting and upload a cover letter, a statement of research interests, a complete curriculum vitae, and request three reference letters.
Formal review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Successful candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Emory University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
Emory University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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The Department of Surgery's Division of Plastic Surgery at Emory University School of Medicine is looking for a qualified medical doctor who is interested in an advanced 12-month aesthetic fellowship training. This fellowship will cover all aspects of aesthetic plastic surgery at the Emory Aesthetic Center (EAC) and will focus on the development of comprehensive independent clinical assessment of the cosmetic plastic surgery patient and development of surgical and management capabilities through graduated responsibility. The fellow will work as first assistant of the Emory Aesthetic Center faculty, assist with management of aesthetic patients in clinic, assist with the Emory Aesthetic Center faculty call coverage, will take general plastic surgery calls for 1 out of 6 weeks (excluding hand and pediatric plastic surgery calls) and will have weekly educational activities as proposed by the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) fellowship curriculum.
The fellow will also engage in assisting with education of plastic surgery residents. The fellow will be responsible for maintaining and submitting a monthly case log sheet to the fellowship associate program director which should include all surgical and non-surgical cases performed as first assistant or as an independent surgeon to be able to graduate from the program. The fellow should submit at least one scientific paper to the Aesthetic Surgery Journal (ASJ) upon graduation.
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We propose a collaborative relationship between Emory and the CDC to house the CDC Post-Fellowship position. The position will accept a qualified Fellowship in Family Planning graduate, either Obstetrics/Gynecology or Family Medicine board eligible. The position will be a limited appointment for 24 months and will include a faculty appointment as Assistant Professor in the Division of Family Planning, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Emory University School of Medicine. The position will also include an appointment as Guest Researcher (full-time), Division of Reproductive Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The faculty appointment in the Division of Family Planning will include clinical privileges at Emory Clinic and Grady Memorial Hospital, enabling the faculty member to participate in the clinical and educational activities of the division. The clinical activities will include: outpatient abortion and contraceptive care at Feminist Women’s Health Center or Atlanta Women’s Center; and outpatient contraceptive care and inpatient abortion care (as well as obstetric if desired) at Grady Memorial Hospital. The educational activities will include: working with fellows, residents, and students at these sites; and invited participation in the research and didactic conferences of the division. Specific activities will be determined by the incumbent’s interests and training needs, as well as the priorities of the program, however, in general, the time allotted to these activities will be 2-3 days per month, providing a feasible amount of clinical and educational experience that will not interfere with CDC-based activities. The Emory Director for this position will be Dr. Denise Jamieson, Professor of GYN/OB and Vice Chair of Population Health for the GYN/OB department. She will work in conjunction with Dr. Carrie Cwiak, Associate Professor of GYN/OB and Director of the Division and Fellowship in Family Planning, to provide support and guidance for the faculty member in their Emory activities.
The research appointment in the Division of Reproductive Health at the CDC will focus on support for the US adaptation of WHO’s Evidence-based Guidance for Family Planning, which includes the USMedical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use, and the US Selected Practice Recommendations for Contraceptive Use, both updated in 2016. Responsibilities will focus on dissemination and implementation of this guidance, critically appraising new literature to determine the need for additional updates, and participation in other family planning activities within the Division. Specific activities will be determined by the incumbent’s interests and training needs, as well as the priorities of the program, but will generally include:
- updating the US contraceptive guidance, including preparing systematic reviews of the evidence, determining whether new evidence warrants updated guidance, and preparing for/participating in expert meetings to develop new guidance;
- working with other federal agencies and professional organizations to disseminate, implement, and evaluate the US guidance, including provider training and tool development;
- conducting secondary data analyses on contraceptive safety and effectiveness;
- providing technical assistance to other activities within the Division of Reproductive Health as well as collaboration with the Emory Family Planning Division;
- collaborating with WHO on updating global contraceptive guidance and related global family planning activities;
- career development, including training courses, mentoring, and networking; funding is available for conferences (SFP, ACOG) and for travel to WHO meetings in Geneva;
The CDC Director and primary mentor for this position will be Dr. Kathryn Curtis. She will provide support and guidance to the faculty member in their CDC activities. Dr. Jamieson will provide additional research mentorship. They will work together with Dr. Cwiak to maintain a collaborative structure within which the faculty member will work. All three faculty members have operated in these roles for this position to date and so the transition will be seamless.
The position will be offered as a limited faculty position and not a fellowship, so that the incumbent’s work and accomplishments will be recognized appropriately within the scope of their career development.
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
Emory University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Job Description: Emory University, School of Medicine, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences is offering a full-time one year Abdominal Imaging Fellowship that involves a combination of supervised, progressively more complex and independent patient evaluation and management and formal educational activities. The fellowship position entails provision of care commensurate with the housestaff physician’s level of advancement and competence, under the general supervision of appropriately privileged attending teaching staff.
This includes:
- Participation in patient care that is compassionate, appropriate, safe and effective for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of health.
- Developing an understanding of established and evolving biomedical, clinical, and cognate (e.g. epidemiological and social-behavior) sciences and the application of this knowledge to patient care.
- Developing an understanding of the ethical, socioeconomic and medical/legal issues that affect graduate medical education and of how to apply cost containment measures in the provision of patient care.
- Participation in the investigation and evaluation of their patient care practices, appraisal and assimilation of scientific evidence, toward the goal of improvement of their patient care practices.
- Demonstration of interpersonal and communication skills that result in effective information exchange with patients, patient’s families, and all levels of professional associates.
- Demonstration of a commitment to carrying out professional responsibilities, adherence to ethical principles, and sensitivity to a diverse patient population as well as an awareness of and responsiveness to the larger context and system of health care and the ability to effectively call on system resources to provide care that is of optimal value.
- Participation in the educational activities of the training program and, as appropriate, assumption of responsibility for teaching and supervising other residents and students, and participation in institutional orientation and educational programs and other activities involving clinical staff.
- Participation in institutional committees and councils to which the housestaff physician is appointed or invited; and
- Performance of the duties in accordance with the established practices, procedures and policies of the institution, and those of its programs, clinical departments and other institutions to which the housestaff physician is assigned; including, among others, state licensure requirements for physicians in training where these exist.
As part of their daily performance Abdominal Imaging Fellows are responsible for:
1) Interpretation of CT, MRI, ultrasound, fluoroscopic and plain film examinations of the abdomen and pelvis. This includes all varieties of scans and indications, including but not limited to:
A. General exams for acute and chronic pain, tumor evaluation, chronic disease.
B. Subspecialty urologic exams for hematuria, stone disease, renal, ureteral, bladder and urethral neoplasms
C. Subspecialty gastrointestinal exams for bowel inflammation, neoplasm, perforation and ischemia
D. Subspecialty exams of the liver, pancreas, adrenals, spleen, biliary tree, gallbladder, lymph nodes, peritoneal and retroperitoneal spaces, musculoskeletal structures, and diaphragm.
2) Performance of interventional abdominal (and some extra-abdominal) procedures, including but not limited to:
A. Abscess drainage, tumor biopsy, cholecystostomy tube placement, paracentesis, thoracentesis
B. Thyroid biopsy
C. Bone marrow biopsy
D. Lung biopsy
E. Chest tube placement
3) Preparation and participation in multidisciplinary tumor boards, including
A. Hepatobiliary
B. Inflammatory Bowel Disease
C. Genitourinary
D.Gastrointestinal
E. General Oncology
4) "On Call” is shared evenly among the fellows. This includes nightly ‘beeper’ call from home, and weekend call. Weekend call includes in hospital (8 am - 5 pm) interpretation of overnight cases for Grady Health interpreted with preliminary readings by the overnight residents, abdominal cases performed during the day, and all abdominal covered procedures at Grady, EUH, and Emory Midtown. Beeper coverage from home is covered from 5 pm - 8 am the next morning.
Coverage responsibilities and hours of duty may vary slight when assigned to various facilities, which include:
Emory University Hospital (EUH)
Emory University Hospital Midtown (EUHM)
Emory St Joseph’s Hospital (ESJH)
Grady Memorial Hospital (GMH)
All interpreted cases are reviewed with an attending radiologist prior to finalization. All interventional procedures done during the day are supervised by either an attending radiologist or an advanced practice provider (APP) with attending oversight. All procedures done on call are supervised by an attending radiologist.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Applicants must have completed or be scheduled to complete a US or Canadian accredited diagnostic radiology residency prior to July 1 of the fellowship year. Qualified applicants must hold an MD degree or equivalent and meet requirements for medical licensure in the state of Georgia.
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The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine is seeking applicants for a full-time academic position in Molecular Pathology based at Grady Memorial Hospital in downtown Atlanta.
Grady is a large public academic hospital which serves Atlanta and the surrounding community. It is the major training site for Emory School of Medicine and Morehouse School of Medicine. Grady houses a nationally certified level one Major Trauma center, an American Burn Association verified Burn Center, and a Comprehensive Stroke Center. The hospital serves a large and diverse population including a sizeable sickle cell population, a considerable international population, and a significant HIV/AIDS population. Emory University has one of the largest AP/CP residencies in the country, 12 accredited subspecialty fellowships, and close ties to the NCI-designated Winship Cancer Center, creating abundant opportunities for clinical and translational scholarship and teaching (see www.pathology.emory.edu).
We seek a non-tenure track molecular pathologist to expand our molecular diagnostics testing menu into molecular oncology testing. Future expansion into other areas is expected. The successful candidate is expected to have experience in new test development, from choice of methodology to reporting. Specific experience in developing and reviewing next generation sequencing tests is highly desirable. A minor part of this role will include diagnostic sign-out of non-molecular cases.
Applicants must hold MD or MD/PhD degrees and be board eligible or certified in Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Pathology, and Molecular Genetic Pathology and be eligible for medical licensure in Georgia. Compensation and faculty rank will be commensurate with qualifications.
Candidates should apply online by clicking “Apply Now”to be considered. Candidates should also submit : (1) a letter indicating their professional experience, research interests and future goals; (2) a curriculum vitae; and (3) copies of up to three significant publications sent to: Karen Mann, MD, PhD in care of Ms. Rhonda Everett at reveret@emory.edu.
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
Emory University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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The Executive Director, CHAMPS, reports to the Executive Director of Emory Global Health Institute and serves as the primary point of contact with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), has scientific, strategic and operational responsibility for the CHAMPS Program Office, the multi-site network, program expansion, and execution of the overall CHAMPS mission. The Executive Director will represent CHAMPS at key international meetings and events, collaborate with external research and public health partners to achieve CHAMPS strategic objectives to generate and disseminate child mortality data. Additionally, this position will provide scientific expertise and guidance to CHAMPS stakeholders to help improve child health outcomes. CHAMPS is a long-term surveillance program, supported by the Melinda and Bill Gates Foundation, to characterize definitive causes of child death and stillbirths through surveillance, post-mortem specimen collection, and innovative laboratory diagnostics in seven locations with high rates of child mortality in Africa and South Asia. The Executive Director will: *Manage and direct the CHAMPS program on behalf of Emory University and Emory Global Health Institute *Collaborate with CHAMPS leaders and staff to lead the program's strategic initiatives *Develop and execute the CHAMPS mission *Ensure the CHAMPS collaborators are proactively informed of business and financial activities, and engaged with CHAMPS mission and strategic plan *Oversee CHAMPS staff *Oversee administrative leadership and support to CHAMPS and participate in performance appraisals of staff *Ensure the efficient and effective operations of CHAMPS, including fiscal, human resource management, and programming *Develop and expand existing partnerships in high-priority countries *Play a significant role in national and international global health organizations *Travel internationally to CHAMPS locations to evaluate programming
Minimum Qualifications: The position requires an MD, PhD, or DVM and globally recognized public health researcher with progressive leadership experience of at least ten (10) years. Proven track record of effectively leading international and/or national public health programs. S/he will exhibit a substantive understanding of the important issues surrounding global health research and surveillance. Experience working in low-income countries as well as managing multi-site program implementation. The candidate must have held senior leadership positions focused on a medical or public health subject with the ability to coach staff, manage and develop high-performance teams. Must be an excellent, persuasive and passionate communicator. International travel required. Faculty appointment will be considered, depending on the background of the candidate. Excellent organizational, communication, program development, and planning skills. S/he will be an accomplished scientific and public health leader with direct administrative experience to include a broad understanding of the complex global health environment and issues challenging the field of global health.
Emory University established The Global Health Institute (EGHI) in September 2006 to build on its strong foundation in global health research, training, and scholarship initiated by the Emory University School of Medicine, the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, the Rollins School of Public Health, the Emory Vaccine Center, and other schools and departments such as anthropology, biology, chemistry, and theology.
The EGHI is home to the Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance (CHAMPS) program.
CHAMPS’ findings will inform public health action, including the development and implementation of prevention strategies to address the emerging causes of child mortality working in collaboration with governmental ministries and local stakeholders. The program engages experts and staff from a broad spectrum of international public health organizations, including the International Association of National Public Health Institutes (IANPHI), the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Task force for Global Health and the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) to provide subject matter expertise and technical support. CHAMPS recently received its Phase II funding through 2025 to continue and expand program activities in Africa and South Asia.
This is an extraordinary opportunity to join a successful global health research institute with the resolve and resources to invest in programs, people and technology that advance teaching, research and outcomes for global health. Emory’s leadership is deeply committed to providing the highest level of quality in our global health research programs.
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
Emory University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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The Woodruff Health Sciences Center seeks an innovative, collaborative leader to serve as its first Chief Wellness Officer (CWO). The CWO is a senior staff position responsible for leading the design, direction and implementation of a wellness program that addresses the current environment of burnout among clinicians, health professionals, and staff. The goal of the program is to facilitate system-wide changes that enable clinicians to effectively practice in a culture that prioritizes and promotes professional fulfillment and optimizes the function of Emory’s health system. The CWO reports to the Executive Vice President for Health Affairs (EVPHA). Forging strong ties with other senior administrators, the CWO will lead an effort that fosters a well-coordinated, enterprise-wide culture that supports and promotes wellness and professional fulfillment, develops and implements best practices, and identifies opportunities for contemporary approaches to analytics and scholarship. Primary responsibilities include a) development of a comprehensive strategy for improving the overall health and well-being of our clinicians, health professionals, learners, and staff across the academic, research and clinical enterprises of WHSC; b) leading Emory’s efforts pertaining to physician and staff engagement and professional fulfillment; c) serving as an effective partner to the components of Emory Healthcare and WHSC schools, acknowledging the needs and constraints of the academic and research missions, while serving as a passionate advocate of the professional programs of well-being.
This is an extraordinary opportunity to join a successful academic health sciences center with the resolve and resources to invest in programs, people and technology that advance teaching, research and quality outcomes for patients. Emory’s leadership is deeply committed to providing the highest level of care in the academic health center setting that values patient care, research and medical education.
Qualifications: The successful candidate will have had progressive leadership experience in complex academic medical centers and environments. S/he will exhibit a substantive understanding of the important issues surrounding professional burnout in the arena of national academic health sciences centers and healthcare systems. Master’s degree in business administration, healthcare administration, or equivalent academic credentials with a minimum of five years of progressive management experience in academic medicine is required. Demonstrated expertise in negotiation, coaching, and interpersonal skills. Excellent organizational, communication, program development, and planning skills. S/he will be an accomplished operational and strategic leader with direct administrative experience to include a broad understanding of complex health strategies and issues challenging the field of academic medicine.
The Robert W. Woodruff Health Sciences Center (WHSC) of Emory University was founded in 1966 and its mission is to improve the health of individuals and communities at home and throughout the world. The WHSC includes the Emory University School of Medicine, Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Rollins School of Public Health, Yerkes National Primate Research Center, Winship Cancer Institute, and Emory Healthcare, which is the most comprehensive health care system in the state.
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
Emory University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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JOB DESCRIPTION: Regularly scheduled to work nights. Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients. Documents the delivery of care in the individual's medical records. Conducts patient interviews and documents patient histories, psychosocial histories, health status and medical problems or potential problems. Under the direction of a physician, performs physical examinations and specialized diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures including cast application and removal, wound suturing and dressing changes. Assists physician in diagnosing medical problems, developing care plans, and prescribing treatment. Orders, schedules and/or performs laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures such as urinalyses, pregnancy and blood tests, and x-rays. Communicates necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled procedures to patient. In collaboration with physician, arranges for consultations with or referrals to other medical professional or community services. Educates patient on health habits, self-examinations, behavior management, need for follow-up assessments/treatments, at home medical care, medication and other issues related to medical or health problems. Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development. Attends educational in-services as appropriate. Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments. Maintains and updates current, accurate patient records including medical assessment, interventions, and evaluations. Collects and interprets diagnostic data to implement appropriate care patient care plans. Prepares statistical reports and analyses of research projects and investigational protocols; reports on progress, adverse trends and appropriate conclusions and recommendations. Trains and teaches other health care professionals including students and residents in techniques and procedures unique to specific setting. Actively participates on organizational health services committees. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program. Currently licensed as an advanced practice nurse in the state of Georgia by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or equivalent body, or Certified as a Physician's Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Licensed as appropriate in the state of Georgia. May require at least one year of direct experience in one or more high acuity clinical specialties. BLS, ACLS, and Healthcare Provider certifications required.
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
Emory University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Post-doctoral position is available to study the effects of commensal bacteria on host biology. The laboratory is part of a multi-investigator group that utilizes a variety of experimental approaches to study the effect of the microbiota on eukaryotic homeostatic signaling and physiological processes, including advanced proteomic/metabolomic analysis, germ-free mice, and novel imaging techniques. We are seeking a doctoral level fellow interested in these areas. This position represents an excellent opportunity for a talented scientist to establish themselves in a new and rapidly expanding field and benefit from exposure to a wide variety of state-of-the-art methodologies. The candidate should have excellent communication and organizational skills and strong background in experimental mouse biology, and relevant mass spectroscopy and biochemical experience. The successful candidate will work in a stimulating research environment, and salary and fringe benefits are commensurate with experience and professional background of the applicant.
The laboratory is housed in the Whitehead Center for Biomedical Research on the campus of Emory University in Atlanta.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS etc) in an appropriate field. Excellent scientific writing ability and strong oral communication skills. The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues. Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator.
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The Emory University School of Medicine, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, is recruiting a full time Division Director of Gynecologic Oncology. The position will hold rank of Associate Professor or Professor, commensurate with qualifications and experience and will be tenure-eligible.
The Division, which has offered oncology services since 1974, seeks to find the most effective ways to prevent, detect and treat gynecologic malignancies and has tremendous opportunities for growth in research, patient care and education. Emory’s gynecologic oncology faculty are members of the Winship Cancer Institute, Georgia’s only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive care center which serves as Emory’s coordinating center for cancer research, education and care.
The Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, together with Emory University School of Medicine, is fully committed to the shared values of diversity and inclusion in order to achieve and sustain excellence. We firmly believe that we best promote excellence by recruiting and retaining a diverse group of faculty and staff promoting a sense of inclusion and belonging for every member of our community. This climate for diversity, inclusion and excellence is critical to attaining the best scholarship, teaching, and research.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- In partnership with the Chair of the Department and Winship leadership, develop a comprehensive strategy and plan for the growth and development of the division’s clinical, educational, and research activities including developing a gynecologic oncology fellowship.
- In partnership with the Department Chair and Director of Administrative Operations, manage the administrative, finance, research, and clinical operations for the division.
- In partnership with the Chair and with Winship leadership, develop a strategy to grow and expand a funded research program including translational, clinical and health services research.
- Recruit, retain and develop outstanding gynecologic oncology faculty who excel in the department’s clinical, education and research missions.
- In partnership with departmental and Winship leadership and leaders of other relevant departments (including radiation oncology, hematology and medical oncology, pathology, and radiology), strengthen and expand all elements of gynecologic care and research, enabling Emory and Winship to be a leading center for gynecologic cancer care, research, and education in the nation.
- Participate in the clinical services initiatives of the Emory Healthcare system, the Grady Health System, and the Atlanta Veterans Administration (VA) Medical Center.
- Provide comprehensive gynecologic oncology care.
- Participate in the direct supervision and training of faculty, fellows, residents, and medical students.
Qualifications:
Qualified candidates must have a terminal degree (MD or DO), have successfully completed a 4-year ACGME-accredited obstetrics and gynecology residency program and an accredited gynecologic oncology fellowship, and be Board Certified in both obstetrics and gynecology as well as gynecologic oncology. Leadership experience as well as a minimum of seven years of academic medical center experience is preferred. Licensure by the Georgia Composite Medical Board will be required prior to commencement of employment.
Review of candidates will begin immediately; for fullest consideration, submit CV, cover letter, and the names of three references.
Emory University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Emory University does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.
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JOB DESCRIPTION: Helps design and conduct research within a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for pursuit of a career. The specific area of research in which the trainee is mentored is determined by the department and laboratory of the Postdoc. Designs and evaluates experiments. Develops new ideas that promote current research. Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator. May be responsible for operation of specific equipment. May teach techniques to others, train, and supervise research staff. Positions are temporary appointments as a research trainee. The initial appointment is for one year, renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funds are available. Appointments cannot exceed five years.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS etc) in an appropriate field. Excellent scientific writing ability and strong oral communication skills. The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues. Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator.
Postdoctoral Fellow - HIV/SIV persistence and cure
Atlanta, GA
Follows NIH postdoc salary scale
Emory University School of Medicine
The Chahroudi laboratory in the Department of Pediatrics at the Emory University School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to lead an NIH-funded project investigating simian immunodeficiency virus persistence in rhesus macaques. The goal of this work is to investigate HIV/SIV cure strategies to reduce the persistent viral reservoir in the setting of postnatal breast milk transmission in an infant nonhuman primate model.
Qualifications: Interested candidates must have a Ph.D. and/or an M.D. and have less than three years of postdoctoral experience. Applications should have a strong background in the immunology or virology of HIV/SIV infection. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required as is the ability to work as part of a team and with collaborators. Experience working with nonhuman primates and flow cytometry is preferred. Salary will be commensurate with experience and will follow the NIH guidelines.
To apply: please send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references