The Tulane University School of Medicine, in partnership with Manning Family Children’s, the leading Pediatric academic medical center in the region, is seeking a Pediatric Neuro-Oncologist to join our expanding Pediatric Hematology-Oncology team. This is a unique opportunity to care for children with CNS tumors in a multidisciplinary environment, to engage in research, and to contribute to the growth of the premier Pediatric Neuro-Oncology and Hematology-Oncology program in Louisiana. There are opportunities for translational and clinical research studies, and involvement in pharmaceutical, cellular therapy, and gene therapy trials.

The prospective candidate will join our team of 11 pediatric hematologist-oncologists, variously appointed by Tulane University and/or LSU Health Sciences Center, 5 APPs, 2 oncology pharmacists, 2 social workers and dedicated child life specialists. A Pediatric Hematology-Oncology fellowship program is administered by LSUHSC.  The ideal candidate will be Board Certified/Board Eligible in Pediatric Hematology & Oncology with completion of a one-year Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Fellowship or broad clinical experience in Pediatric Neuro-Oncology. We are actively involved in Children’s Oncology Group (COG), Alliance Cancer Trials, and other cooperative networks. Candidates with interest in health equity, clinical innovation, and program building are highly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert clinical care for children and adolescents with primary brain and spinal cord tumors and other oncologic disorders.
• Provide inpatient coverage of the pediatric hematology oncology service (24 hematology-oncology beds)
• Establish an outpatient neuro-oncology clinic
• Work collaboratively with pediatric neurosurgery, radiation oncology, neuroradiology, and palliative care to deliver comprehensive multidisciplinary care.
• Participate in pediatric tumor boards and institutional clinical trial efforts.
• Educate and mentor medical students, residents, and Pediatric hematology oncology fellows as part of Tulane University and LSUHSC’s academic mission.
• Engage in scholarly activity, including clinical or translational research in Pediatric neuro-oncology.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and help expand access to neuro-oncology services across the Gulf South region.

About the Program:

Manning Family Children’s is the only freestanding children’s hospital in Louisiana and serves as the primary pediatric teaching site for both Tulane University and LSUHSC Pediatrics. The hospital is home to a growing array of pediatric subspecialists, including neuroradiology, neurosurgery, and radiation oncology, and houses state-of-the-art facilities. The institution is a member of COG and has a strong infrastructure to support clinical research and academic advancement.

Qualified applicants must be board certified/eligible in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology and be licensed to practice medicine in Louisiana by the start date.  He or she must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Successful candidates will have outstanding patient care skills, a strong desire to share their knowledge with students and residents and participate in advancing the quality of care at Manning Family Children’s Hospital. Faculty members are expected to contribute to the advancement of scholarly or educational activities in the department.

About Department of Pediatrics at Tulane University School of Medicine

Manning Family Children's Two legacies of excellence. One brighter future for our kids. Children’s Hospital New Orleans is celebrating a new name and chapter as we proudly become Manning Family Children’s. With an unwavering commitment to child health, Children’s has proudly served as the Gulf South’s only, freestanding, comprehensive children’s hospital for 70 years – transforming and saving countless lives since we first opened our doors in 1955. Our transformational new partnership with the Manning family – Olivia, Archie, Cooper, Peyton and Eli - will have a lasting impact on children and families not just in Louisiana, but far beyond, marking a pivotal new chapter in our 70-year legacy. With a long-term, transformational commitment, the Manning family will help amplify our vision to make Louisiana a national leader in child health. Throughout our history, we have been proud stewards of compassionate care for all children, delivering the highest level of pediatric care right here at home. What sets Children’s apart is our unwavering commitment to run toward the problems that impact our kids - not only within the four walls of our hospital and clinics, but also through o...ur longstanding community programs designed to serve our most vulnerable kids and families. Just last year, we proudly cared for 585,000 children – the most ever in our history – and regardless of a family’s ability to pay. We have laid the foundation for a healthier future for kids, with nationally leading programs including our Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, Neonatology, Pulmonology, and Rehabilitation programs, Behavioral Health, Trauma and Grief, Gun Safety, ThriveKids, and more than 40 other pediatric specialties. And while we have accomplished so much together with the support of our community, we still have work to do and progress to make to move the needle on child health outcomes in our region. In 2025, in partnership with the Manning family – we are taking a significant leap forward, and our vision is bold. Together, we will move Louisiana from last in pediatric health outcomes to being a national leader in child health and wellbeing. Manning Family Children's is also proud to be the only pediatric facility in the state of Louisiana to incorporate two academic pediatric medical programs under one roof. Through partnerships with LSU Health New Orleans and Tulane University School of Medicine, the vibrant academic medical community at Children’s provides unparalleled opportunities for educational enhancement, innovation, and improved access to high quality pediatric healthcare.

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