About the role
The Department of Pediatrics at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine seeks a dynamic academic leader to serve as Division Chief of Pediatric Pulmonology. This individual will lead a growing division with a longstanding reputation for excellence in the diagnosis and management of rare pediatric pulmonary diseases.
The Division Chief will be responsible for advancing clinical care, research, education, and strategic growth while building upon a strong legacy of regional and statewide referral relationships. Working closely with our partner, Muma Children’s Hospital at Tampa General Hospital (TGH), the Division Chief will help expand clinical programs, strengthen research efforts, and shape the future of pediatric pulmonology services.
About the Division
The USF Pediatric Pulmonology Division is recognized for its expertise in rare lung diseases and serves a broad referral base across Central and Southwest Florida, including Lakeland, Sarasota, and Spring Hill, while also caring for patients from throughout the state. The division serves as a Cystic Fibrosis Newborn Screening Center and has been designated a Core Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis Center and affiliate Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Center. The multidisciplinary team currently includes physicians, registered dietitians, respiratory therapists, a neuropsychologist, and a social worker.
Current clinical areas of expertise include:
- Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
- Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD)
- Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
- Osteogenesis Imperfecta and other complex pulmonary conditions
Recent faculty growth has expanded expertise in interstitial lung disease and supports continued development of a Pediatric Pulmonology Complete Pulmonary Function Center and aerodigestive program at Muma Children’s Hospital at Tampa General Hospital.
RESPONSIBILITIES
TEACHING: Contribute to educational mission of the department. Teaching of pediatric residents and medical students occurs while on clinical service.
RESEARCH DUTIES: Contribute to research initiatives within division. Participation in FL Dept of Health medical contracts and grants for pulmonary and cystic fibrosis patients. Ensures services are provided and contract deliverables are met.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES: Provide administrative oversight of divisional operations, including budgeting, resource allocation, faculty recruitment, performance management, and strategic planning aligned with departmental, hospital and institutional goals. Work closely with department leadership, administration and hospital partners.
CLINICAL DUTIES: Provides inpatient coverage at Tampa General Hospital, and outpatient care at various USF Health clinics. Clinical administrative duties as required.
OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED: Other duties as assigned.
Responsible to a Chair or other appropriate administrator of a State university. Responsible for teaching, research, service, and related administrative activities. Responsible for academic advising and related activities. May represent the university, college/school, or department/unit on university and/or Statewide committees.
MINIMUM
- Medical degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization, with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service.
- Completed Pediatric Pulmonology Fellowship.
- Board-certified in Pediatric Pulmonology
- Must possess or be able to obtain an unrestricted Florida medical license before the start of employment.
- For Associate/Full Professor - Normally will have produced creative work, professional writing, or research in refereed and other professional journals.
Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor.
PREFERRED
- Prefer previous leadership or director-level experience.