Associate or Full Professor - Clinician Educator - Cutaneous Oncologists

Inside Higher Ed; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Philadelphia seeks an Associate or Full Professor in Dermatology, specializing in cutaneous oncology. The role involves significant teaching responsibilities and clinical duties related to skin cancer diagnosis and treatment, requiring candidates to have an M.D. or equivalent qualification along with board certification in Dermatology. Ideal candidates will demonstrate expertise in melanoma and related cancers, complemented by established academic contributions. This position provides opportunities for clinical research and the development of innovative treatment strategies.

Qualifications

• Board certified or board eligible in Dermatology is required.
• Evidence of scholarship in the Clinician Educator track is essential.
• Skin cancer expertise proven by publications or clinical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach residents in dermatology and other specialties.
• Evaluate and treat high-risk skin cancer patients.
• Conduct clinical research on skin cancer.

Skills

Expertise in Melanoma

Expertise in pigmented lesions

Merkel cell cancer knowledge

Squamous cell cancer expertise

Basal cell cancer understanding

Non-invasive diagnosis experience

Clinical research capability

Leadership potential

Education

M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree

Job description

Associate or Full Professor - Clinician Educator - Cutaneous Oncologists (Early Detection of Pigmented Lesions)

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Open Date: Mar 01, 2024

Deadline: Mar 01, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

The Department of Dermatology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for several Associate or Full Professor positions in the non‑tenure clinician educator track. Expertise is required in the specific areas of Melanoma, pigmented lesions, Merkel cell cancer, squamous cell cancer, basal cell cancer, and rare tumors. Expertise in non‑invasive diagnosis and surveillance of pigmented lesions is required. Applicants must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Applicant must be board certified or board eligible in Dermatology.

Teaching responsibilities may include teaching residents in dermatology and other specialties caring for skin cancer; fellows in Mohs micrographic surgery and dermatologic oncology; medical students; trainees rotating from other countries and or institutions. The faculty member will play a key role in educating our residents on the cutaneous oncology track and research fellow in cutaneous oncology.

Clinical responsibilities may include the evaluation and treatment of patients with skin cancer, particularly those with a high risk of recurrence or metastasis. Clinical responsibilities will focus on patients in the Penn Dermatology Oncology Center's specialty clinics and the High‑Risk Skin Cancer Clinic for Organ Transplant Recipients and Immunosuppressed patients.

Research or scholarship responsibilities may include a focus on clinical research addressing practical questions in the care of skin cancer patients at increased risk for occurrence or metastasis from skin cancer; translational research in collaboration with physician‑scientists focused on skin cancer; clinical trials for new drugs to treat patients with advanced skin cancers; collaborative research with other specialists. The Clinician Educator will have protected time for academic and administrative pursuits. Evidence of scholarship is required in the Clinician Educator track.

Skin cancer expertise, proven by publications, invited lectures, or clinical experience is strongly preferred. Demonstrated leadership experience or potential is preferred. Applicants in mid‑career are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Melanoma, pigmented lesions, Merkel cell cancer, squamous cell cancer, basal cell cancer, and rare tumors.
• Expertise in non‑invasive diagnosis and surveillance of pigmented lesions.
• M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree.
• Board certified or board eligible in Dermatology.
• Evidence of scholarship in the Clinician Educator track.

Application Instructions

To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/141457

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.