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Tulane University School of Medicine

Section Chief of Infectious Diseases, John W Deming Department of Medicine, Tula

Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123

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Section Chief of Infectious Diseases, John W Deming Department of Medicine, Tulane School of Medicine. This academic, leadership position offers a unique opportunity in a renowned academic setting with a rich history in infectious diseases research and impact on public health. The Chief of the Section of Infectious Diseases reports to the Chair of the John W. Deming Department of Medicine. Tulane School of Medicine (SoM) was founded in 1834. The new leader will build upon Tulane’s long-standing history of distinction in Infectious Diseases, leverage its leadership in research and pandemic preparedness, and contribute to an exciting, new future for the Section and the surrounding community. Section Of Infectious Disease Summary

Inpatient/Outpatient Care – Main Teaching Hospitals include East Jefferson General Hospital in Metairie; University Medical Center New Orleans; Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System – both in downtown; and two Ryan White Funded HIV Clinics ACGME-accredited ID Fellowship Training Program Research portfolio spans a broad-based community with local focus and global reach. Scope includes COVID-19 vaccine trials, HIV therapeutic trials, and prevention, diagnosis and treatment of Dengue, Zika and other vector-borne diseases Significant Research Collaborations

Tulane University National Primate Center (TNPRC) – one of seven NIH-funded primate research centers with a prominent track record in infectious disease research TNPRC administratively part of Tulane Health Sciences Center; School of Medicine; School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine Affiliated Schools and Centers

School of Medicine, Department Microbiology and Immunology – ranked 33rd of 96 departments in US based on FY23 Blue Ridge data; faculty interests range from bacterial genetics to vaccine development School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine – expertise in tuberculosis, vector-borne and other tropical infectious diseases; conducts research in more than 10 countries Tulane’s Center for Translational Research in Infection and Immunology – focuses on transformative research in tissue infection and inflammation; training in mucosal immunology and genomics Established Facilities including Biosafety Level 3 Laboratories – BSL-3 facilities and core facilities Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Administration Clinical Excellence Research and Innovation Education and Training Community Engagement The successful candidate will continue Tulane’s legacy of excellence in Infectious Diseases, capitalize on its leadership in research and pandemic preparedness, and contribute to the growth and development of the Section and the surrounding community. Seniority and Employment

Seniority level: Executive Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other Industries: Higher Education

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