General Dermatologist | Dermatology | SOM | M68246

Vcu Rrtc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vcu Rrtc in Richmond, Virginia seeks a faculty member in the Department of Dermatology to provide high-quality dermatopathology diagnostic services. This role involves teaching residents, engaging in research, and offering clinical diagnosis services, including skin biopsies.

The ideal candidate will possess a medical degree, be board certified or eligible in dermatopathology, and be eligible for medical licensure in Virginia.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate professionalism and respect in a diverse environment.
• Experience in an academic medical center is preferred.
• Active engagement in research and publication is valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality dermatopathology diagnostic services.
• Engage in teaching dermatology and pathology residents.
• Participate in research activities and scholarly publications.
• Provide clinical responsibilities including skin biopsy interpretation.

Skills

Ability to work in a diverse environment

Teaching experience

Engagement in scholarly activities

Education

Medical degree (MD or DO)

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Dermatopathology

Eligible for medical licensure in Virginia

Job description

Advertising Summary

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.

Unit

School Of Medicine MBU

Department

Dermatology

Mission or Goal of Unit

To provide the highest quality care to patients with skin disorders in an atmosphere of compassion and caring and to contribute exceptional dermatologists and dermatologic surgeons to the physician workforce.

Chief Purpose of this Position

To provide high-quality dermatopathology diagnostic services, contribute to the education of future dermatologists and pathologists, and support the research mission of the Department of Dermatology.

Position Responsibilities

Teaching

The faculty member will participate in the education of dermatology and pathology residents, fellows, and medical students. Responsibilities include leading dermatopathology teaching sessions, supervising trainees during slide reviews, and contributing to departmental Grand Rounds and other academic forums.

Research

The faculty member is encouraged to engage in scholarly activities, including clinical or translational research in dermatopathology. Participation in collaborative research projects and publication in peer-reviewed journals is expected.

Service

The faculty member will support the Department’s and University’s missions by serving on institutional committees and participating in professional organizations, particularly those related to dermatopathology and dermatology.

Clinical

The faculty member will provide dermatopathology diagnostic services, including interpretation of skin biopsies and consultations. Clinical responsibilities may also include limited direct patient care in dermatology, depending on the candidate’s interests and training. The expected workload is eight diagnostic sessions per week (one week = eight sessions).

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD or DO)
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Dermatopathology
• Eligible for medical licensure in Virginia
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an academic medical center, including teaching residents and medical students
• Active engagement in scholarly activities, including research and publication

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Restricted Position: No

ORP Eligible: No

Flexible Work Arrangement: Other

Rank: Open

Tenure: Ineligible

Months: 12 months

Contact Name: Ashley Krauss

Contact Email: [e-mail]