Adolescent Medicine Pediatrics, Assistant/Associate Professor, Pediatrics Department, Kirk Kerkorian

Minimum Qualifications: MD or DO from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and completion of ACGME accredited residency program. Candidate must be board eligible or board certified, and completion of a fellowship is required. Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date. Candidate must be eligible for an unrestricted Nevada medical license, Nevada pharmacy and DEA licenses, and malpractice insurance. Must meet credentialing requirements and be able to obtain privileges at affiliated hospitals and other site locations as needed. Candidate’s educational credentials, terminal degree, experience in an academic medical institution or equivalency, research and scholarly activity will be considered in determining the candidate’s recommended rank. Background Screening Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre‑employment background screening. Commitment to Diversity and Campus ValuesA successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit. Salary Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Benefits of Working at UNLVPaid time off, sick leave, and holidays Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs No state income tax Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education schools Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents Perks & Programs Employee recognition and appreciation programs UNLV athletics ticket discounts Statewide employee purchase program discounts Rebel Card discounts on and off campus Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles Connect with colleagues with shared interests Personal and professional development opportunities A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard Support and resources available for veteran applicants Profile of the University The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) was founded in 1957, is a doctoral‑degree‑granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region’s diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332‑acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. EEO/AA Statement The University of Nevada – Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service‑connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, is illegal under federal and state law. … Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Title IX Statement The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non‑discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX... Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Job Category Academic Faculty Full‑time Equivalent 100.0% Posting Close Date 12/31/2026 Note to Applicant This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.