Research Assistant or Associate Professor, Adolescent Medicine

The Division of Adolescent and Transition Medicine at Cincinnati Children's Hospital is seeking an adolescent medicine researcher to join a diverse, talented, multidisciplinary team of individuals who share a passion and commitment to transforming adolescent health outcomes through exceptional clinical programs, high-impact clinical and translational research, innovative educational programs, and effective academic and community partnerships. We are seeking individuals who are highly professional and who foster a culture of inclusion.

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The Division of Adolescent Medicine at Cincinnati Children's was founded in 1960 and has a distinguished history of breakthrough research, outstanding clinical programs, and advocacy. Our vision is "One team, one vision: Every adolescent healthy and thriving," reflecting our commitment to work collaboratively to ensure health and health equity, and to take a holistic approach to adolescent health and well-being. The division has a large, internationally recognized, well-funded research program, with 50% of faculty holding external research funding. We are expanding our existing research focus in HIV prevention, HPV and other vaccines (including COVID-19 vaccines), STI diagnostics, transgender health, and eating disorders, and establishing a new focus area in substance use disorder.

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Clinical programs include a hospital-based primary care practice and a consultative practice focusing on all adolescent health issues including eating disorders, mental health disorders, transgender care, LGBTQ+ health, HIV care, sexual and reproductive health, and substance use disorders. Faculty also provide care at the city's juvenile detention center. A program in young men's health will be launched soon. Many educational opportunities are available, starting at the middle school and high school level with pipeline programs and encompassing medical student, resident, and fellowship training programs.

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At Cincinnati Children's, our vision is to be the leader in child health. CCHMC is a national and global leader in pediatric clinical care, research, education, community and population health, and advocacy. Among all pediatric institutions nationwide, CCHMC ranks #2 in NIH funding. In the 2023 Best Medical School rankings, the Department of Pediatrics was ranked #2 among U.S. medical schools, and in the 2024-2025 U.S. News & World Report's CCHMC was named to the Best Children's Hospitals Honor Roll and placed in the top 10 for all 10 ranked specialties.

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Cincinnati is one of America's most vibrant and beautiful river cities. It has all the amenities of a big city - including outstanding cultural offerings, major sports teams, and exceptional schools - with the warmth of a small town and an extraordinary quality of life.

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Interested applicants are invited to send a CV and cover letter toEmmanuel Chandler, MD,Interim Division Director, Adolescent and Transition Medicine c/o Nathan Gohlke, Physician and Faculty Recruitment - Nathan.Gohlke@cchmc.org. In the cover letter, applicants are encouraged to describe previous experiences mentoring women or members of underrepresented groups and experience working with diverse patient and community populations.

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Qualifications -

The ideal candidates would hold a PhD, ScD, DPH, MD, or DO degree. If an MD or DO, candidates should be Board Certified/Board Eligible in General Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, or Family Medicine, and ideally would be Board Certified/Board Eligible in Adolescent Medicine. We are seeking a candidate to be appointed to the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. An Associate Professor candidate should have a track record of funded research in one of the following areas: HIV prevention, adolescent vaccines, STI diagnostics, transgender health, or eating disorders. Assistant Professor candidates should have a research focus in one of the aforementioned areas. The faculty member would receive a competitive research support and resource package designed to ensure career success. The faculty member would also be expected to help mentor trainees and junior faculty. Faculty rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability