Neonatologist - Assistant/Associate Professor

Neonatologist – Division of Neonatology – East Tennessee State University – Mild 4 Season Climate, Situated in the Central Appalachian Highlands

The Department of Pediatrics at East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine, is seeking a full-time Neonatologist to join this division at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor and rank will be commensurate with academic experience. This is a non-tenure track position. The position is a joint hire with Medical Education Assistance Corporation (MEAC) and contingent on external funding.

Responsibilities of the Neonatologist include providing clinical care for a 39 bed level III NICU with in-house nurse practitioners, outpatient high risk neonatal follow-up, teaching of medical students and pediatric residents, quality improvement, and academic pursuits. We have approximately 700 NICU admissions per year at Niswonger Children’s Hospital, with air and ground transport systems available. An active perinatology division for maternal evaluation and management is also present through the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Review of applicants will continue until this position is filled. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package. For consideration, candidates must apply and submit all required documents to the university’s hiring system and follow any special instructions listed in the posting. https://jobs.etsu.edu/postings/17132

Our region is located at the base of the Appalachian Mountains and offers excellent schools, a low cost of living and a wealth of outdoor activities. All interested parties must apply at https://jobs.etsu.edu, and may contact Dr. Dawn Tuell, Professor and Chair, Department of Pediatrics by email at tuell@etsu.edu or call at 423-439-6222.

ETSU is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all of our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. Successful candidates should have a demonstrated commitment and contribution to fostering and advancing equity, diversity and inclusion. East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Required Qualifications at time of hire:

• MD/DO
• Completion of Neonatology fellowship
• Board Certified in Pediatrics
• BC/BE in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine