The University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Department of Surgery is seeking experienced mid-career applicants for a faculty position as a Division Director in the Division of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery. This leadership role will lead a collaborative team of 10 faculty members specializing in Surgical Oncology, Endocrine Surgery and Breast Surgery. Appointment rank must be at the Associate or Full Professor level in either the tenure or clinical (non-tenure) track consistent with clinical experience and research interest. The ideal candidate will have expertise in one or more of the following areas: hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) surgery, breast surgery, melanoma and sarcoma surgery, or regional therapies such as hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC).
University of Iowa Health Care is a tertiary medical center which includes a National Cancer Institute Comprehensive Cancer Center and a Level I Trauma Center. The Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center is divided into site and disease-specific multidisciplinary oncology groups delivering state-of-the-art cancer care and administering clinical trials, and research groups performing cutting edge basic science investigations. The Division of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery currently has 10 surgeons, 6 specializing in complex and GI Surgical Oncology, 3 performing Endocrine Surgery, and 4 who perform Breast Surgery.
University of Iowa Health Care is located in a Big-Ten college town. The Iowa City metropolitan area has a population of 175,000 and the Iowa City/Cedar Rapids Corridor has a population of 450,000. Iowa City and the University of Iowa provide a rich cultural environment, highlighting art, music, and literature. There are ample opportunities for spectator and participation sports as well as a wealth of outdoor activities. Iowa City is a safe and friendly community ideal for raising a family and developing a successful academic career. It is regularly ranked amongst the most desirable places to live in the United States.
University of Iowa Health Care offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits package.
To apply for this position, visit The University of Iowa website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu, requisition # 76048.
For additional information please contact:
Vikas Dudeja, MBBS, FACS
E.A. Crowell Jr. Professor and Chair
Department of Surgery
University of Iowa Health Care
200 Hawkins Drive, 1509 JCP
Iowa City, Iowa 52242
PH. 319.353.7474
Vikas-Dudeja@uiowa.edu
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
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