Director of Benign Hematology Clinical Research - Icahn School of Medicine - Manhattan, NY

DescriptionThe Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is seeking an accomplished physician-scientist to serve as Director of Benign Hematology Clinical Research. This is a distinctive leadership opportunity for an individual with a strong record in benign hematology clinical care and research to build and direct a comprehensive clinical research program addressing non-malignant blood disorders with a focus on coagulation, bleeding and thrombosis, leveraging Mount Sinai’s excellence in clinical care as an HHS-funded Hemophilia Treatment Center, and complementing existing NIH-funded clinical and translational research programs in sickle cell disease, iron disorders, myeloproliferative disorders, and graft-vs-host disease. ResponsibilitiesAbout the RoleThe Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for clinical research in benign hematology, in close partnership with divisional and departmental leadership. This individual will:Design, launch, and oversee a robust clinical trials portfolio spanning disorders such as bleeding and clotting disorders, bone marrow failure syndromes, and other non-malignant hematologic conditions (with the exception of other funded programs such as sickle cell disease)Recruit, mentor, and develop junior faculty, fellows, and research staff engaged in benign hematology researchSecure and manage extramural funding, including NIH, foundation, and industry-sponsored supportCollaborate with basic and translational scientists to advance mechanistic understanding and novel therapeutics for benign blood disordersPartner with the Division's malignant hematology, oncology, and transplant programs, as well as pediatric hematology, to build cohesive, cross-cutting research initiativesMaintain an active clinical practice caring for patients with benign hematologic diseaseContribute to the education and training of medical students, residents, and fellowsRepresent Mount Sinai in national and international benign hematology research consortia and professional societiesQualificationsWe are seeking candidates with:MD or MD/PhD with current board certification/eligibility in HematologyA distinguished record of clinical and translational research in benign hematologyDemonstrated leadership experience directing or co-directing a clinical research program, clinical trials unit, or comparable initiativeA strong publication record and national or international reputation in the field of non-malignant hematologic disordersExperience building multidisciplinary collaborations and mentoring early-career investigatorsEligibility for a faculty appointment at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai at a rank commensurate with experienceA sustained record of extramural funding and/or leadership in sponsored multicenter trials is desirableAbout Mount SinaiThe Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is part of the Mount Sinai Health System, one of the largest and most comprehensive academic medical systems in the United States. The Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology has a long-standing commitment to excellence in benign hematology clinical care, encompassing comprehensive programs in sickle cell disease, hemophilia and other bleeding disorders, thrombosis, and bone marrow failure syndromes.Mount Sinai offers an exceptional research infrastructure, including dedicated clinical trials support, biostatistics and bioinformatics resources, and close integration with basic science departments across genetics, immunology, and hematopoiesis. Located in New York City, the institution provides access to a large and diverse patient population and a vibrant, collaborative academic community.Reporting RelationshipThis position reports directly to the Chief, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Mount Sinai Health System, and also to the Head, Section of Hematology.Compensation and BenefitsSalary and startup package will be highly competitive and commensurate with experience and academic accomplishment. Mount Sinai offers a comprehensive benefits package and substantial institutional support for research. The salary range is from 375K to 475K (not including bonuses / incentive compensation or benefits) depending upon experience rank. Salary Disclosure InformationMount Sinai Health System provides a salary range to comply with the New York City law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialties, historical productivity, historical collections, and hospital/community need. As such, an actual salary may fall closer to one or the other end of the range, and in certain circumstances, may wind up being outside of the listed salary range. The salary range listed is for full-time employment and does not include bonuses / incentive compensation or benefits. 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