Colorectal Surgeon

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a full-time academic colorectal surgeon to join their Department of Surgery. This role involves a balance of clinical and research commitments, focusing on developing a funded research program and providing comprehensive care for patients with gastrointestinal disorders. The ideal candidate will have completed a colorectal surgery fellowship and be Board Certified or Eligible in General Surgery. This position offers a dynamic environment with access to multidisciplinary resources and opportunities for professional growth, making it an exciting chance to contribute to impactful healthcare solutions.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid leave

Health, life, and retirement plans

Professional training opportunities

Discounts on retail and restaurants

Savings on local child care centers

Special rates on campus events

Qualifications

• Must be Board Certified/Eligible in General Surgery and Colorectal Surgery.
• Completion of a colorectal surgery fellowship is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an independently funded research program.
• Provide clinical services for patients with various gastrointestinal disorders.

Skills

Board Certified in General Surgery

Colorectal Surgery Fellowship

Research Experience

Robotic Surgery Experience

Team-oriented

Education

MD

Completion of Colorectal Surgery Fellowship

Job description

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Position Summary

The Department of Surgery at the University of North Carolina is seeking applications for a full-time academic colorectal surgeon to join the Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery and expand the research and clinical efforts. The responsibilities of this position will be shared between research and clinical commitments. The candidate will work towards developing or will already have an independently funded research program and preference will be given to candidates with interest in clinical, outcomes, health services, ethics, education, or global surgery research. Faculty members within the Department of Surgery have access to resources through the UNC Surgical Health Services Research Center (USHER) as well as several institutional resources including the Sheps Center for Health Services Research and North Carolina Translational and Clinical Sciences Institute (NC TraCS). Additionally, the University of North Carolina has many incredible schools across campus to create partnership for multidisciplinary research, including the Gillings School of Global Public Health.

The Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery is among 9 Divisions in the Department of Surgery. The Division currently includes faculty members that provide a broad array of clinical services for patients with colorectal, foregut, bariatric, and hernia disease. In addition, the Division maintains a minimally invasive Advanced Gastrointestinal Surgery fellowship. Patients are referred to our surgeons from across the Eastern United States for management of a variety of benign and malignant gastrointestinal disorders via open, laparoscopic, and robotic approaches. Regarding the clinical mission, candidates should have an interest in developing a broad practice in colorectal surgery including inflammatory bowel disease, cancer, diverticulitis, anorectal disease, and pelvic floor disorders.

This position is being recruited as an open-rank, open-track appointment at an FTE between 0.5 FTE and 1.0 FTE. The appointment may also be offered as a fixed-term track or tenure/tenure track appointment. Academic appointments will commensurate with the candidate’s experience. The faculty member will be expected to perform research, along with the academic responsibilities of an educational institution. The candidate must be team-oriented and be able to interact well with colleagues inside and outside the Division.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Prospective candidates must be Board Certified/Board Eligible in General Surgery and Colorectal Surgery. Completion of a colorectal surgery fellowship is required. Chosen candidates must either have a current North Carolina Medical License or be eligible for application.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Preference will be given to candidates with research experience and interest in clinical, outcomes, health services, ethics, education, or global surgery research. Robotic experience is also preferred.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is your highest degree?
  • PhD
  • MD
  • PharmD
  • DDS
  • DVM
  • JD
  • MLS/MIS
  • Masters
  • Other
• * In what year did you complete fellowship?

  (Open Ended Question)