Assistant Professor - Pediatric Endocrinology Basic Science Researcher

Position Description:

The Section of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), Children’s Research Institute (CRI) and the Max McGee Diabetes Research Center at Children’s Wisconsin (CW) is seeking applicants for open rank faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level with potential for tenure who holds a PhD, DO/PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree. Candidates should have training, experience, and active research programs within the field of immunology/autoimmunity related to type 1 diabetes or the field of pancreatic beta cell biology with successful track records in the procurement of extramural funding and participation in collaborative research programs.

The individual will serve as a principal investigator, have experience in building an equitable, diverse, and inclusive scholarly environment in teaching, mentoring, research, life experiences, and/or service. This position includes a competitive start-up package with 12-month salary and benefits commensurate with experience, training, academic achievements, and teaching activities. S/he will join a robust diabetes research team consisting of laboratory and clinical investigators/providers dedicated to finding a cure for type 1 diabetes. The Max McGee Center for diabetes research is embedded within a clinically rich endocrine program that serves a large group of patients with diabetes.

The successful candidate will join a nationally acclaimed Quality, Outcomes, and Research program within the CRI which boasts a competitive research portfolio with significant active extramural and private funding, associated quality impactful publications, and continued presence in national arenas related to pediatric diabetes.

Max McGee Diabetes Research Center

The Max McGee Research Centerconducts groundbreaking research to better understand what causes type 1 diabetes and how we might prevent it. Diabetes is a life-changing diagnosis for kids and their families. Here in Wisconsin, where children are diagnosed at twice the national rate, it’s especially critical to have leading-edge care that helps families manage this lifelong disease. The Max McGee Research Center is closely affiliated with the nationally ranked diabetes program at CW which treats over 2,000 children and adolescents with types 1 and 2 diabetes and the Center for Microbiome Research. Our goal is to provide outstanding, individualized care that lowers the risk of complications and enhances quality of life for the whole family.

The Center focuses on using state of the art analysis platforms to better understand the pathogenesis of type 1 diabetes with a strong emphasis on translational research. The objectives of the scientists and clinicians affiliated with the Center are to improve the quality of life of type 1 diabetes patients through:

• Understanding the genetic basis of Type 1 Diabetes and defining its phenotypic heterogeneity
• Understanding the immunological processes and environmental contributors underlying autoimmunity against the insulin-producing beta cells of the pancreas
• Defining better biomarkers for type 1 diabetes to identify those at risk and monitor those undergoing therapeutic intervention
• Pursuing objectives with the conviction that our efforts will improve patient care and contribute to curing juvenile diabetes.
• Integrating immunological resources around emerging needs in clinical care that will constitute the personalized healthcare of tomorrow
• Coordinating immunological research investment capacity by coordinating Center communications and interactions

About the Section of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes

Our section, recognized as one of the Top 50 US News and World Report pediatric endocrine programs in the country, is comprised of nationally and internationally renowned dedicated faculty and staff committed to excellent patient care, education, quality improvement, and academic scholarship. Our Section is comprised of 2 PhD research faculty, 1 clinical research faculty, 8 physician faculty, 1 research scientist, 3-4 pediatric endocrinology fellows, and 3 postdoctoral research fellows.  Our program is supported by an experienced research team that includes a lab supervisor, biostatistician, research technician, and clinical research coordinators.

About Children’s Research Institute

Children’s Research Institute (CRI) was formed in 2004 with the focus of investing in bench to bedside research for the pediatric population to prevent disease, improve outcomes, and help kids and families manage living with chronic conditions. Through the CRI, Children’s annual investment in pediatric research is approximately $15-17 million.

Children’s Research Institute provides research infrastructure through shared service cores, nursing research, pilot grants, and administrative supplements for K-type grants awarded to pediatric investigators. CRI-supported shared service cores include flow cytometry, aquatics (zebrafish), histology, tissue banking, microscopic imaging, biostatistics, and a hospital-based pediatric translational research unit. Biostatistics support is provided through the section of Quantitative Health Sciences and includes support in study design, database development, and data analysis. Children’s Pediatric Translational Research Unit provides dedicated research personnel and space for clinical research procedures.   In addition, Children’s has a Nursing Research Department established to promote an evidence-based model of research to provide the best pediatric care possible. The CRI laboratory building consists of nearly 100,000 square feet of wet lab space specifically for pediatric research. Pediatric researchers have facilitated access to an additional 120,000 square feet of vivarium and other support infrastructure. Children’s research space is located on the same campus as Children’s Wisconsin and Medical College of Wisconsin to encourage rich, multidisciplinary collaboration for child health research.

About Children’s Wisconsin

Children’s Wisconsin is the state’s only independent health care system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. With more than 1.3 million annual connections with kids and families statewide, Children’s provides a wide range of care and support — everything from routine care to lifesaving advances and treatment options, foster care and adoption services, child advocacy, and provides an insurance plan.

Children’s Wisconsin and its joint venture with the Medical College of Wisconsin – the Children’s Specialty Group (CSG) - is the largest provider of pediatric healthcare in the state, serving the children and families of Wisconsin with the highest level of care through their American College of Surgeons Level I Children’s Surgery Verification Center, Level I Pediatric Trauma Center, Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence, 72-bed Level IV NICU, Level IV Epilepsy Center, and a 72-bed PICU. In 2021-2022, CW and CSG had six specialties ranked by US News & World Report: cancer; cardiology and heart surgery; gastroenterology and GI surgery; neurology and neurosurgery; orthopedics; and pulmonology.  With over 70 specialties and 675 providers, CSG providers had 220,000 outpatient visits at 13 regional care sites, 67,000 emergency department/trauma center visits, and over 9,000 admissions.

About The Medical College of Wisconsin

At the core of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the pursuit of new knowledge and the power of academic medicine. Bringing together the world’s top scientists and clinicians, inspired students, and invested communities, we are driven to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is home to a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to build a healthier world and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge.  MCW has approximately 1,600 full-time and part-time faculty and approximately 3,445 full-time employees.

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Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, is located on Lake Michigan’s western shore. A metropolitan area with more than 1.5 million people, Milwaukee is an affordable, comfortable place to live, work, and play, big enough to be exciting and uncongested enough to get around easily. Milwaukee’s many neighborhoods have incredible charm, accommodating a variety of lifestyles, from high-rise apartments to small farms. Nestled along a magnificent bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, Milwaukee’s downtown is home to botanical gardens, museums, a theater district, the world champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Milwaukee Brewers, and many fine restaurants. The lake and its harbors are skirted by scenic parklands and provide first-class opportunities for recreation, including hiking, cycling, boating, and more. A recent study ranked Milwaukee as the 15th most walkable of the 50 largest US cities.

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MCW recognizes the hard work and multiple responsibilities of our faculty and staff and is committed to improving wellness and wellbeing.  As part of MCW’s commitment, a multitude of resources are provided and encouraged including the Well-Being Index, literature/research, courses, and peer support programs.  MCW’s benefits specific to mental health include:

• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP):  A free, confidential resource available to employees, dependents, and household members for mental health and well-being.
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The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace that includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences.  We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within.  We strive to integrate our human and social differences into MCW’s functioning, strategies and culture to create a diverse and equitable workplace.  If you believe embracing individuality and working together makes us stronger, then MCW is the place for you.  People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status.  

Position Requirements:

• Candidates must have a PhD, DO/PhD, MD/PhD or equivalent degree.
• The ideal candidate should have training, experience and active research programs within the field of immunology/autoimmunity related to type 1 diabetes or the field of pancreatic beta cell biology with successful track records in the procurement of extramural funding and participation in collaborative research programs.

Interested candidates should apply via the MCW Careers website, but may also submit a letter of interest and CV to:

Pallavi Iyer, MD

Professor of Pediatrics

Chief, Section of Endocrinology and Diabetes

Medical College of Wisconsin/Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin

Children’s Corporate Center Suite 520

P.O. Box 1997

Wauwatosa, Wisconsin 53201-1997

E-mail: [email protected]

Martin Hessner, PhD

Professor of Pediatrics

Endowed Chair, Max McGee Center Diabetes Research Center

Medical College of Wisconsin/Children’s Research Center

8701 W. Watertown Plank Road

Wauwatosa, WI 53226

Email: [email protected]

MCW is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We particularly encourage those who are under-represented in medicine to apply.

Rank upon appointment will be commensurate with experience.

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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