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State University of New York at Buffalo

Division Chief of Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics

State University of New York at Buffalo, Baltimore, Maryland, United States

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Division Chief of Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics Position Title: Division Chief of Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics

The Department of Pediatrics in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo (UB), and Oishei Children’s Hospital of Buffalo is actively recruiting candidates for the position of Division Chief of Adolescent Medicine. This faculty position will provide leadership to the physicians and staff in the Division of Adolescent Medicine focusing on the health and psychosocial needs of adolescents and young adults, ages 12‑30, which includes both an inpatient hospital section and two outpatient locations. Qualified candidates will be appointed at the Clinical Assistant/Associate/Professor level commensurate to rank.

Subspecialty Patient Services

Eating disorders

Sexually transmitted diseases

Alcohol and substance abuse

Mental health conditions

Reproductive health care

Gender dysphoria

Chronic disease

Incoming Division Chief Responsibilities

Demonstrate leadership and further develop the clinical operations and scholarship within the division.

Recruit and mentor academically outstanding faculty members.

Grow multidisciplinary clinical programs.

Oversee the education of medical students and residents in Adolescent Medicine.

Supervise and collaborate with the Nurse Practitioner and dietician in the division.

Expand research activities of the Division and participate in collaborative research projects within the division and with other departments or institutions.

Engage in scholarly research initiatives and activities, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance patient care related to adolescent health and medicine.

Contribute to the advancement of adolescent medicine services within the department, promoting evidence-based practices and innovative approaches.

Participate in Department of Pediatrics Division Chiefs and Department of Pediatrics Faculty meetings.

Serve as a resource for colleagues, medical staff, and healthcare professionals in matters related to adolescent health.

Minimum Qualifications

MD, DO, or equivalent degree.

Board certified in Pediatrics and/or Adolescent Medicine.

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant experience leading a clinical division.

Demonstrated record of scholarly research and academic mentorship.

Commitment and Values The successful applicant must share our unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, collegiality, antiracism, and respect for the inclusion of individuals with diverse backgrounds.

UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at diversity@buffalo.edu or by phone 716‑645‑2266.

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