Assistant/Associate/Professor of Clinical Pediatrics (Hematology/Oncology

Hiring Department: UICOMP-Pediatrics

Location:  Peoria, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1039637

Posting Close Date: 5/14/2026   Search Extended through 10/26/2026

Salary: $179,000 to $298,200 per year

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks candidates for the position(s) of Assistant/Associate/Professor of Clinical Pediatrics (Hematology/Oncology) in the Department of Pediatrics.

About the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is a regional campus of one of the largest public medical schools in the United States. We are known for having small class sizes and exceptional faculty mentorship. This allows UICOMP students to excel under a rigorous curriculum. In collaboration with our hospitals and clinical partners, UICOMP Faculty members provide care to more than 45,000 patients each year. In addition, they contribute to medical education and training for more than 260 students, and more than 300 physician residents and fellows annually. UICOMP healthcare partners include Jump Simulation, a world-class leader in healthcare simulation and innovation, along with OSF Saint Medical Center, OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois and Carle Hearth Greater Peoria. UICOMP is also part of a R1 research institute with translational research focusing on Alzheimer dementia and oncology.

Learn more about how the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is helping to transform healthcare here: https://peoria.medicine.uic.edu/.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=2461262. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria seeks a Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist for a position as Assistant/Associate Professor of Pediatrics to enhance a growing division. The position includes care of inpatients and outpatients with a variety of pediatric hematologic and oncologic problems, including those followed at the OSF Children's Hospital of Illinois Cancer and Blood disorder Institute.

Duties & Responsibilities

The position includes care of inpatients and outpatients with a variety of pediatric hematologic and oncologic problems, including those followed at the OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois Cancer and Blood disorder Institute.
 Interest in pediatric leukemia and lymphoma is desired as one of the main roles is to assist in caring for patients with leukemia and lymphoma.
See referral hematology/oncology consultations from throughout the Central Illinois Region.
Fully participate in teaching programs in hematology and oncology for undergraduate medical students and residents and participate in the undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education programs of the Department.\
Organize and conduct bench and/or clinical research in the field of pediatric hematology/oncology.
Participate in cooperative research efforts and clinical trials research protocols for oncology patients through the Children’s Oncology Group (COG).
Perform other duties of a University faculty member including committee assignments, curriculum development, student counseling, and administration, as needed.
Minimum Qualifications

Eligible for licensure in Illinois.
Board certified/eligible in Pediatrics and Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
3 years of Pediatrics Residency and 3 years of Hematology/Oncology Fellowship
MD/DO or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications

Interest and experience in Leukemia/lymphoma is desired.
To apply, please visit this job listing on the UIC Job Board at, https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19093?c=uic, scroll towards the bottom of the page and click, “Apply Now”.

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For fullest consideration please apply by 8/18/2026.

The budgeted salary range for the position is $179,000 to $298,200 per year.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705 to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.