Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist

Our organization is on the lookout for a Board Certified/Board Eligible Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist to join us at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. The ideal candidate will possess robust clinical expertise. Key responsibilities will involve providing inpatient consultations at both the Main and University of Kansas campuses, as well as conducting outpatient appointments in our Infectious Diseases Clinic. A keen interest in infection prevention and control is highly desirable. We also encourage involvement in academic pursuits, including clinical or bench research and quality improvement initiatives.

The current team within our Division comprises 14 faculty members specializing in Infectious Diseases, alongside 2 postdoctoral fellows enrolled in our accredited Pediatric Infectious Diseases fellowship program. Additionally, our team includes 4 nurse practitioners, 2 PharmD professionals, and a PhD holder. We are supported by seven research coordinators dedicated to our clinical research efforts. Our Division enjoys a strong collaborative partnership with the Clinical Microbiology Laboratory and its Director, as well as with the Missouri chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). We also benefit from grant funding provided by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), along with ongoing support from various external foundations and Biopharma entities.

Our faculty, fellows, and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) collectively manage around 1,700 outpatient visits each year, which includes services at the International Adoption, Special Immunology, Allergy de-labeling, and Travel Medicine Clinics. We also handle over 1,500 new inpatient consultations annually, with approximately 300 of these on the Immune Compromised Host service.

The successful candidate will embody our steadfast dedication to excellence, integrity, collegiality, and mutual respect. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online with their CV and cover letter.

We are an independent, non-profit pediatric health system with 390 beds, facilitating over half a million patient interactions annually for children nationwide. Our organization has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report in nine specialties and has achieved Magnet® recognition six times for outstanding nursing services. In collaboration with the University of Missouri-Kansas City and the University of Kansas, our faculty, comprising nearly 800 pediatric specialists and researchers, are deeply engaged in clinical care, pediatric research, and the education of future pediatricians and subspecialists.

The Children’s Mercy Research Institute (CMRI) merges research with clinical practice, showcasing nationally recognized expertise in genomic medicine, precision therapeutics, population health, and healthcare innovation. In 2021, CMRI relocated to a state-of-the-art nine-story facility spanning 375,000 square feet, emphasizing a translational research approach where clinicians and researchers collaborate to expedite discoveries that enhance patient care.

Kansas City is a vibrant cultural and economic hub with a population exceeding 2 million. The city boasts an array of attractions, including world-class museums, a lively arts scene, professional sports teams, exceptional shopping, renowned jazz clubs, and some of the best barbecue in the country! With a low cost of living, efficient commuting options, and a dynamic downtown area featuring an eight-block dining, entertainment, and shopping district, Kansas City is an ideal place to live and work. The city also offers excellent public and private schooling options and is home to several colleges and universities. It is a friendly, progressive community that welcomes newcomers with open arms.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.