Clinician Educator - Assistant Professor - Dermatological Surgeon

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Dermatology at the University of Pennsylvania invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in the clinician educator track focusing on Dermatological Surgery. The ideal candidate will possess an M.D. or equivalent, relevant fellowship training, and a strong passion for both teaching and advancing dermatologic care, particularly in the realm of skin cancer treatment and research.

Benefits

Research support and fellowship opportunities

Mentoring program for career development

Qualifications

• M.D. or equivalent degree required.
• Board certified or board eligible in Dermatology.
• Graduated from an accredited fellowship program.

Responsibilities

• Teach Clinical and didactic courses to dermatology fellows and medical students.
• Perform Mohs micrographic surgery and specialty skin cancer clinics.
• Engage in research related to skin cancer prevention and treatment.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teaching Skills

Cutaneous Oncology Expertise

Surgical Skills

Education

M.D. or M.D./Ph.D.

Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship

Job description

Clinician Educator - Assistant Professor - Dermatological Surgeon

Location:
Philadelphia, PA
Open Date:
Aug 7, 2024
Close Date:
Aug 7, 2026
Description:

The Department of Dermatology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure clinician educator track. Applicants must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Applicants should be Board certified or board eligible in Dermatology. The successful applicant will have graduated from a Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship sponsored by the American College of Graduate Medical Education.

Teaching responsibilities may include Clinical and didactic teaching of Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology fellows, residents from dermatology and other subspecialties who rotate with dermatologic surgery, medical students, and international rotators. Excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for teaching are required.

Clinical responsibilities may include Mohs micrographic surgery, reconstructive surgery, and specialty skin cancer clinics. Applicants will have the opportunities to expand the services of specialty clinics in the Penn Dermatology Oncology Center. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include teaching and lecturing on topics that advance the prevention and treatment of skin cancer, particularly skin cancers at high risk for recurrence or metastasis. A strong interest in publishing original work is preferred.

Research or scholarship responsibilities may include Publishing and lecturing about advances to prevent and treat skin cancer. Faculty enjoy extensive support with research fellows, statisticians, and regulatory support. Faculty also have support to initiate clinical trials.

The Penn Dermatology Oncology Center seeks candidates who demonstrate excellence in cutaneous oncology, Mohs micrographic surgery, complex reconstructive surgery, and ethical practice. The candidate will join our team of surgeons, medical dermatologists, and researchers to expand and strengthen the specialty services of our Penn Dermatology Oncology Center. We will mentor the applicant to develop a national and international reputation through regular publishing, lecturing, and clinical excellence in a niche of dermatologic surgery or cutaneous oncology.

We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the Executive Director of the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Programs, University of Pennsylvania, 421 Franklin Building, 3451 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6205; or [phone] (Voice) or [phone] (TDD).