Assistant/Associate Professor

Davita Inc.; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 144,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent medical institution seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery to provide top-tier patient care and engage in medical education. The ideal candidate will have experience in microsurgery, a commitment to teaching, and a focus on research and publication.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

Paid vacation and leave programs

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee education benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts programs

Qualifications

• Board Certified/Eligible Microsurgeon.
• Active NJ medical license preferred.
• Experience in microsurgical reconstruction tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly clinic sessions.
• Perform rounds on plastic surgery patients.
• Educate and mentor residents and medical students.

Skills

Microsurgery

Patient care

Teaching

Research

Education

MD

Microsurgery fellowship

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

The Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School is seeking a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at the Assistant or Associate Professor level to join our growing faculty. Microsurgery fellowship training is preferred. Applicants should have an interest in microsurgical reconstruction of the breast, head and neck, and extremities as well as general reconstruction and gender affirmation surgery. Applicants should also be dedicated to resident training and education, as well as research. Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital is a 965-bed hospital and a Level 1 trauma center located thirty-five miles southwest for New York City serving central New Jersey.

As an attending at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, responsibilities will include all aspects of patient care and medical record completion, teaching of students and residents via clinical visits and patient rounds, attendance at General Surgery and Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds. Participation in departmental meetings, submission of abstracts/manuscripts for publication in peer reviewed journals, and other related duties are required as assigned by the Division Chief, Chair, or Dean.

Duties Include:
* Weekly clinic session(s)
* Rounding on plastic surgery patients
* Call requirements as required by the Division Chief
* Educating and mentoring residents and medical students
* Participation in Plastic Surgery research including presenting at regional/national conferences as well as publishing in peer reviewed journals
* Participation in residency program which will include but not limited to resident interviews, resident evaluations, and programs related to residency training

Recruitment/Posting Title	Assistant/Associate Professor
Department	RWJ-Plastic Surgery
Salary Details	A minimum of $144413
Offer Information
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Posting Summary
Position Status	Full Time
Posting Number	24FA0776
Posting Open Date	08/01/2024
Posting Close Date	07/23/2025

Qualifications

Board Certified/Board Eligible Microsurgeon. MD required. Microsurgery fellowship preferred.

Active NJ medical license preferred, or eligible for licensure in New Jersey.

Minimum Education and Experience
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Overview
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Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/231269
Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Downtown New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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