General Dermatologist | Dermatology | SOM | M68246

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic medical center in Richmond is seeking a faculty member in dermatopathology. The role involves providing high-quality diagnostic services, educating residents and medical students, and engaging in research. Candidates should hold a medical degree and be board certified or eligible in dermatopathology. The position supports the mission of delivering exceptional patient care and contributions to the physician workforce. Competitive salary commensurate with experience and a collaborative environment is offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility.
• Experience working in an academic medical center.
• Active engagement in scholarly activities.
• Ability to work with a diverse faculty, staff and student population and uphold a respectful, professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality dermatopathology diagnostic services.
• Teach dermatology and pathology residents and medical students.
• Engage in clinical and translational research in dermatopathology.
• Participate in service and support departmental missions.

Skills

Teaching residents and medical students

Clinical skills in dermatopathology

Research and publication

Research collaboration

Education

Medical degree (MD or DO)

Board Certified or Eligible in Dermatopathology

Virginia medical licensure eligible

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]