Associate Professor

Meharry Medical College; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 220,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

Meharry Medical College in Nashville seeks an Associate Professor of General Surgery to provide high-quality surgical care across a broad spectrum of general surgical conditions, including elective and emergency cases. You will mentor residents and medical students and contribute to curriculum development in the Department of Surgery.

The role emphasizes scholarly activity with opportunities to engage in clinical and translational research and participate in grant-writing, publications, and

Qualifications

• MD/DO from an accredited institution.
• Completion of an accredited General Surgery residency program.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive general surgical care for elective and emergency cases.
• Teach medical students, residents, and fellows; supervise procedures and contribute to curriculum.
• Participate in departmental meetings, quality improvement, and scholarly activities.
• Engage in clinical and translational research and grant activities.

Skills

General surgery

Open and minimally invasive techniques

Trauma/critical care

Clinical teaching

Research & scholarly activity

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Patient safety & perioperative care

Education

MD/DO

General Surgery residency

Tools

Robotic systems (Da Vinci)

Laparoscopy

Endoscopy

Job description

The Associate Professor, General Surgeon will provide comprehensive surgical care, contribute to clinical education, and be encouraged to participate in research activities to advance the field of surgery. Fellowship or specialized training is encouraged but not required.Essential Functions (Principal Duties and Job Responsibilities):CLINICALProvide high-quality surgical care to patients across a broad spectrum of general surgical conditions, including elective and emergency procedures. Perform surgeries such as appendectomy, cholecystectomy, hernia repairs, bowel resections, and other general surgical interventions. Conduct preoperative assessments and postoperative follow-up care. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient management plans.TEACHINGParticipate in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows, including supervising surgical procedures.Contribute to curriculum development and educational programs within the Department of Surgery.Mentor junior faculty, residents, and medical students. ACADEMIC & SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIESParticipate in departmental meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and institutional committees.Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and ethical guidelines.Encouraged to participate in scholarly activities aligned with departmental priorities, publications, and presentations at conferences.RESEARCHEncouraged to participate in clinical and/or translational research, contribute to grant writing and research funding initiatives and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:Strong interpersonal and communication skillsThe ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.Core surgical competenciesProficiency in open and minimally invasive techniques (laparoscopic and/or robotic-assisted surgery)Broad operative repertoire typical of general surgery (abdominal, GI, biliary, hernia, soft tissue)Perioperative planning and risk assessment, including informed consent and shared decision-makingIntraoperative decision-making, precision, and emphasis on patient safetyPostoperative management: complication recognition, escalation, and ICU/critical care coordination when neededEmergency general surgery and trauma basics (resuscitation, damage control concepts, rapid assessment)Multidisciplinary collaboration with anesthesiology, radiology, nursing, and specialty servicesEffective documentation, charting, and handoffsDiagnostic and treatment planningProficiency in interpreting imaging and pathology results relevant to general surgery (CT, ultrasound, endoscopy)Selection of appropriate operative vs non-operative managementPain management, wound care, hernia repairs, and basic oncologic principles where applicableSafety and complianceKnowledge of surgical safety protocols, infection control, and quality improvement basicsCompliance with hospital policies, OSHA/antibiotic stewardship, and credentialing standardsAbility to participate in on-call, night/weekend shifts as requiredCommitment to maintaining up-to-date competencies and continuing medical education (CME)Research output and resident education experienceStrong trauma service, emphasize trauma/critical care skills and on-call readinessKnowledge, Skills, Abilities Preferred:undefinedAdvanced training or subspecialty focusFellowships in colorectal, hepatobiliary/pancreatic, breast, foregut, trauma/surgical critical care, vascular, or laparoscopic/robotic surgeryProficient in robotic-assisted surgery, advanced laparoscopy, endoscopy, or other minimally invasive techniquesA track record in outcomes and qualityExperience with ERAS protocols, enhanced recovery pathways, and postoperative risk stratificationInvolvement in quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, morbidity/mortality reviewsAcademically oriented: publications, conference presentations, grant activityExperience in resident education, mentorship, or program developmentMultidisciplinary and patient-centered careMultilingual abilities or strong cultural competence to serve diverse patient populationsExperience with surgical scheduling, team building, OR efficiency, or program expansionAdvanced cardiac life support (ACLS), advanced trauma life support (ATLS), and/or pediatric advanced life support (PALS) as applicableCerts in wound care, critical care, or perioperative medicineEducation and Experience Required:Medical degree (MD/DO) from an accredited institution.Completion of an accredited general surgery residency programMinimum of five years of clinical experience in general surgery or have successfully completed residency training.Demonstrated commitment to teaching.Education and Experience Preferred:Fellowship training in a specialized area of surgery (preferred but not required).Maintenance of Certification (MOC): Ongoing AB/ABS maintenance activities, such as lifelong learning, assessment, and CME credits, with recertification as required.Demonstrated credentialing for complex procedures, committee involvement, quality/safety leadership.Favorable track record and compliance with safety/quality initiatives.Licensure, Certification or Registration Required:Valid Tennessee medical license to practice.Board eligibility or board certification by an ABMS-recognized board (e.g., American Board of Surgery) or equivalentLicensure, Certification or Registration Preferred:Ongoing AB/ABS maintenance activities, such as lifelong learning, assessment, and CME credits, with recertification as requiredAdvanced certifications or simulations credentials