PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGIST

Requisition # 76050

Position Basics

Type of Position
OTHER

Advertising Ends on:
Extended Until Position is Filled

Advertising Started on:
Friday, September 25th, 2026

College:
Carver College of Medicine

Department:
Pediatrics

Salary

Salary:
Commensurate

Position Details

Full/Part Time Status:
Negotiable

Position Description:

University of Iowa Stead Family Department of Pediatrics seeks a hematologist. Appointment rank is open and may be to either the tenure track or clinical (non-tenure) track consistent with clinical experience and research interest. Appointment rank to Instructor of Pediatrics (non-tenure or clinical track) may also be considered. The individual selected will join the Division of Hematology/Oncology to provide patient care, teaching, and consultative services as a pediatrician specializing in hematology/oncology.

The pediatric hematology program provides comprehensive care to a wide variety of hematological conditions including bleeding disorders, thrombosis, sickle cell disease, bone marrow failure, and vascular malformations. The division is involved in cutting-edge research funded by the NIH and nonfederal entities

The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine is one of the nation’s top medical schools. It is ranked 44th in research by U.S. News & World Report. Stead Family Department of Pediatrics is ranked No. 27 in NIH funding among public pediatric departments nationwide by the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research.

The pediatrics department comprises the medical staff of University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children’s Hospital, Iowa’s only nationally ranked children’s hospital and home to the state’s only Level 4 NICU and Level 1 Regional Resource Pediatric Trauma Center. The ACGME-accredited pediatric residency program at Stead Family Children’s Hospital trains 50 pediatric resident physicians.

For its 2025-26 edition of “Best Children’s Hospitals,” U.S. News & World Report ranked Stead Family Children's Hospital in seven pediatric specialties: neonatology, pediatric nephrology, pediatric diabetes and endocrinology, pediatric neurology and neurosurgery, pediatric cardiology and heart and vascular surgery, pediatric urology and pediatric adolescent behavioral health.

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For more information contact:

David Gordon, MD, PhD

Professor of Pediatrics

Division Director, Hematology/Oncology

David-J-Gordon@uiowa.edu

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To apply for this position please visit the University of Iowa website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu, requisition number 76050.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

If your H-1B petition is subject to the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation, please note that the department will not cover the $100,000 payment associated with H-1B sponsorship, either at the time of hire or for international travel purposes. We encourage you to explore alternative pathways for work authorization. Our team is available to help identify options that may be suitable for your situation.

Education Requirement:

Must hold an MD/DO degree, or equivalent

Required Qualifications:

Board certified or eligible in Pediatrics, or equivalent

Board certified or eligible hematology/oncology

License or eligible for licensure in the State of Iowa

Desirable Qualifications:

Interest and/or expertise in hematology

Clinical experience in hematology in an academic setting

Experience in patient-oriented research

Teaching competence in pediatrics for medical students and residents

Evidence of scholarly activity

Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated experience working effectively in a welcoming and respectful workplace environment

Online Application Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Interest

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Contact Information

Contact:

Jeanie Cromer
jeanie-cromer@uiowa.edu
Cmed-Pediatrics
General Hospital
220 Hawkins Drive
GH
Iowa City, IA 52242
Phone: 319-384-7204

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

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