Description

The Department of Surgery at the University of Virginia (UVA) invites applications for a faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in the Division of General Surgery, Section of Colorectal Surgery. The successful candidate will join a highly productive and growing clinical practice dedicated to the surgical management of diseases of the colon, rectum, and anus.

Clinical responsibilities will include the care of patients with colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticular disease, and complex anorectal disorders, with an emphasis on minimally invasive surgery, robotic techniques, and endoscopy. The position also includes active participation in medical student, resident, and post-graduate teaching. Clinical and laboratory research opportunities are available. Tenure eligibility is dependent upon qualifications.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate comprehensive ability to provide surgical evaluation and management of colorectal patients at UVA. Enthusiastic participation in student and resident training and education is essential. Applicants should have a strong interest in a career in academic medicine, as evidenced by prior experience in research or teaching. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have a commitment to innovation, technology, and advancing the field of colorectal surgery.

The University of Virginia Health System offers significant infrastructure and a collaborative atmosphere to support the candidate’s professional pursuits, including clinical care, research, education, quality improvement, simulation, and administration. We provide a highly competitive compensation package with exceptional benefits.

UVA is located in beautiful Charlottesville, with easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, the eastern shore, and the nation’s Capital. Charlottesville is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the U.S., offering a vibrant university town life, rich culture, music, restaurants, excellent schools, and abundant outdoor activities.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an MD and be board-certified in General Surgery by the American Board of Surgery, with additional fellowship training and board eligibility or certification in Colon and Rectal Surgery. They should be licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Virginia and possess advanced knowledge and experience in colorectal surgery. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills, show a clear interest in academic medicine, and bring a passion for innovation within the field of colorectal surgery.