Aflac Faculty Position in Immune Dysregulation

Emory • Atlanta, GA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and the Emory University Department of Pediatrics invite applications for a faculty position in Immune Dysregulation at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. The Immune Dysregulation Program is among the nation’s leading programs dedicated to the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of immune dysregulation, hyperinflammatory, and multisystem autoimmune disorders, including very early onset and treatment-refractory autoimmunity. The program integrates expertise from hematology/oncology, allergy/immunology, rheumatology, infectious diseases, gastroenterology, and intensive care in a truly multidisciplinary model, supported by a dedicated genetic counselor and program coordinator.
We seek a clinician with fellowship training and board certification or eligibility in either Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, Allergy/Immunology, Rheumatology, or Infectious Disease, who is passionate about advancing care for children and young adults with immune dysregulation disorders. The successful candidate will join a vibrant interdisciplinary team with established collaborations across clinical divisions at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. This is a clinical faculty position, and research commitment is flexible depending on the candidate’s experience and interests. Academic rank and track will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
The Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center is one of the largest pediatric hematology/oncology programs in the nation, caring for over 9,000 children annually and performing approximately 80 stem cell transplants each year. In 2024, Aflac investigators received over $30 million in extramural funding, including $17 million from the NIH. Emory University, Georgia Institute of Technology and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provide unparalleled opportunities for research collaboration in immunology, genomics, immunoengineering, and translational research. The Children’s Center for Advanced Therapeutics and GMP Facility support innovation in cellular and gene therapy trials.
Employment will be in the Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute. The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute is an affiliation between Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta that is improving the lives of children in Georgia and beyond. The Pediatric Institute combines the unique strengths and resources of each institution in support of our three-part academic missions of providing outstanding clinical care, conducting innovative basic science discovery and clinical research, and coordinating exceptional education of the future healthcare workforce. Our physicians, researchers, and educators have created a model where leadership, commitment and quality are fundamental components of success. Together, we are transforming pediatrics by achieving new levels of clinical excellence—driven by research, teaching and wellness. We look forward to our future together.

Requirements

• MD, or DO
• Board-certified or board-eligible in either Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Allergy/Immunology, Rheumatology, or Infectious Disease
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Georgia
• Demonstrated excellence in clinical care, teaching, and/or research

Nice To Haves

• Experience (6- 12 months) in the clinical care of patients with immune dysregulation disorders (e.g., through rotations, electives, or early career work).
• Active participation in activities through the Clinical Immunology Society (CIS), CIS Summer School, or other relevant immunology-focused educational or scholarly programs.
• Engagement in research or scholarly work related to immune dysregulation during fellowship or early career training.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
• Interest in developing a career in academic pediatrics, with openness to mentorship and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient care for children and young adults with complex immune dysregulation disorders.
• Mentor trainees and contribute to medical education at the fellowship and residency levels.
• Participate and lead developing SOP, protocols and tool kits for screening, evaluation and management of different aspects of care of immune dysregulation disorders.
• Participate in program outreach activities.
• Participate in/ develop investigator-initiated and multi-center clinical trials.
• Develop and lead clinical or translational research projects in immune dysregulation, cellular therapy, or immunogenetics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree