Colorectal Surgeon

Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

The Division of Colorectal Surgery within the Department of Surgery at Brown University is seeking a colorectal surgeon to join our faculty. This position will be based primarily at Rhode Island Hospital and the Miriam Hospital, with potential practice opportunities at other Brown-affiliated hospitals across the health system.

The role emphasizes clinical excellence while supporting the academic mission. The successful candidate will provide inpatient and outpatient care, participate in teaching

Qualifications

• Board certification in general surgery with colorectal specialty training or eligibility.
• Strong clinical background in gastrointestinal surgical diseases.
• Commitment to scholarly participation in research and education at Brown University.

Responsibilities

• Teaching: contribute as a preceptor in clerkships and residency programs within the department.
• Research: pursue basic, translational or clinical colorectal research and participate in clinical protocols.
• Patient Care: provide inpatient and outpatient colorectal care including procedures and call coverage.
• Service Responsibilities: engage in committees and collaborate to advance departmental goals.

Skills

Board certification

Clinical GI surgery

Scholarly participation

Job description

Overview

The Division of Colorectal Surgery in the Department of Surgery at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University is seeking a colorectal surgeon to join our growing faculty. This position will be based primarily at Rhode Island Hospital and the Miriam Hospital, with potential practice opportunities at other Brown‑affiliated hospitals across the health system. The role is designed for a surgeon who is passionate about excellence in clinical care while also embracing the academic mission of our department.

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching (10%): Participate as a preceptor in the Core Clerkship in Surgery, the Colorectal residency program and the clinical elective for medical students enrolled at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and the teaching programs of the Department of Surgery at the Miriam Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital, including residents in General Surgery and the ACGME‑accredited Colorectal program, and interdisciplinary teaching programs with other divisions and departments.
• Research (up to 10%): Pursue basic, translational or clinical research programs pertaining to colorectal surgery. Participate in national, regional, and institutional clinical research protocols at Brown Health and The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University.
• Patient Care (80%): Provide inpatient and outpatient care, perform colorectal procedures including colonoscopy, and share call coverage and consultative services.
• Service Responsibilities: Maintain a positive working relationship in all activities of the Division of Colorectal Surgery, attend faculty and staff meetings, serve on medical school, hospital, and department committees, and collaborate with the Division Chief and Chair of Surgery to advance departmental and division goals.

Qualifications

• Board certification or eligibility in general surgery and specialty training with board certification or eligibility in colorectal surgery.
• A strong clinical background in surgical diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
• Commitment to scholarly participation in research and educational programs of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University.

Faculty Appointment

Faculty appointment will be at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, contingent upon qualifications.