The University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) through its program in Hematology/Oncology and in partnership with University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) and University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) seeks a visionary leader to direct clinical, research, educational and community engagement missions of the institutions to care for patients with sickle cell disease and other hemoglobinopathies.

The ideal candidate will be an internationally renowned expert based on a record of accomplishments in patient care and innovative research in the field. The candidate should have administrative and leadership experience and prior successes in building teams of professionals with complimentary expertise. A strong interest in creating clinical programs, new service delivery models and building linkages across System locations for optimal care delivery is highly desired.

Network Responsibilities

• In collaboration with leaders across the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), UMSOM and Faculty Practice Incorporated (FPI), advance the research, clinical, and educational missions of the respective organizations related to patients with sickle cell disease

• Develop the strategic vision and mission for a Sickle Cell Disease Program throughout the UMMS network that will serve as a national model and the program of reference for the region

• Responsible for securing the most innovative clinical trials in sickle cell disease and translating them into national best practices of care

• Lead stakeholders across the network and region to adopt measures and interventions that seek to reduce health disparities in the care of patients with sickle cell disease, across the various communities served by UMMS

• Actively seek out, evaluate, and implement governmental, private and public partnerships and/or funding support that contribute to the advancement of health outcomes for patients living with sickle cell disease

• Partner with non- UMMS organizations within the region to adopt innovative care models to care for patients with sickle cell disease

• Continually evaluate UMMS facilities for clinical preparedness and institutional readiness by assessing the respective organizations clinical services, resource allocation and research engagement required to perform high level care for patients with sickle cell disease

• Organize system clinical pathways for patients seeking traditional clinical care as well as advanced treatment options such as gene therapy

• Actively participate in teaching, training, and mentoring of medical students, residents and fellows, and junior faculty and other members of the care delivery team

• Expected to actively participate in community- facing educational programs

Expected rank for this position is Associate Professor or higher, however, final rank and tenure status will be dependent on selected candidate's qualifications.

The expected salary range for Associate Professors is $238,400 (min) and $418,300 (max). The referenced salary range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank. This salary range does not include all components of the departmental faculty compensation program or pay from participation in departmental variable compensation programs. Therefore, the actual compensation paid to the selected candidate may vary from the salary range stated herein. For more information, please contact the hiring department.

The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine's good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school. You are also invited to view the Department of Medicine benefits for full-time faculty members.

Qualifications

• Board certified or eligible in hematology

• Eligible for Maryland medical license

• Experience in building and leading clinical programs and translational research programs in pediatric and adult sickle cell disease

• Evidence of extensive and ongoing academic accomplishments (including high-impact publications, robust research grant portfolio, mentoring success, recognition by professional societies and government agencies, etc.).

• Demonstrated experience working in, and fostering, a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (SOM)

• Experience recruiting and retaining faculty across the tri-partite mission.

• Experience with philanthropy and securing support from clinical and research programs

Candidates with a strong interest in and/or published literature relating to conducting clinical/translational research are preferred. Interaction with basic and translational scientists is strongly encouraged. Furthermore, candidates must possess an M.D. or D.O. degree and must be board certified or board-eligible by the ABIM in Internal Medicine and hematology and/or medical oncology and be eligible for a medical license in Maryland.

When applying, please submit a CV and names of four references. Though not required, you are also invited to include a perspective statement on equity, diversity, inclusion, and civility.

UMB has been ranked multiple times in 'Forbes' America's Best Large Employers Survey (most recently in 2025) and has also been honored as a Best Employer for Diversity in 2022, 2023 and 2024, also by Forbes. The University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore was ranked as one of the Best Hospitals in both the State of Maryland and the Baltimore Metro Area by the U.S. News & World Report in 2023.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore and the University of Maryland School of Medicine are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. We value diversity and how it enriches our academic and scientific community and strive toward cultivating an inclusive environment that supports all employees.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability, for any part of the recruitment process, please contact us at HRJobs@umaryland.edu and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For additional questions after application, please email facultypostings@som.umaryland.edu