Instructor- Limited Term in Minimal Invasive Surgery

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

Vacation and sick leave

Tuition waiver

Job summary

A leading university in health sciences is seeking a full-time Instructor in Minimally Invasive Surgery to develop clinical practices and teach surgery residents. The ideal candidate must have an MD or DO degree, be board-certified in General Surgery, and have five years of general surgery residency experience. This position is for one fiscal year and offers comprehensive benefits including medical and retirement plans. Applicants are encouraged to apply online with their CV and other relevant documents.

Qualifications

• Must be board eligible for the American Board of Surgery.
• Successful experience in the field is desirable.
• Personal qualities will be assessed during the interview.
• 5 years of general surgery residency required.
• Evidence of ability as a teacher, scholar, and ability in all other duties assigned.

Responsibilities

• Develop clinical practice in the field of minimally invasive surgery.
• Increase surgical volumes related to minimally invasive and bariatric surgery.
• Teach and educate surgery residents about minimally invasive surgery.
• Teach and educate surgery residents about MIS and Bariatric Surgery.

Skills

Board-certified in General Surgery

Evidence of ability as a teacher

Clinical experience in minimally invasive surgery

Bariatric surgery

Education

MD, DO or equivalent degree

5 years of general surgery residency

Board eligible for the American Board of Surgery

5 years of general surgery residency

Job description

Instructor- Limited Term in Minimal Invasive Surgery

Job ID: 295243

Location: Augusta University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Job Summary

The Medical College of Georgia (MCG), Department of Surgery at Augusta University (AU) is seeking a full-time faculty member at the Instructor level in Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS). The selected candidate will provide clinical care to patients in minimally invasive, bariatric, and general surgery. This position is limited to one fiscal year and is not considered to be on tenure track.

Responsibilities

• Develop clinical practice in the field of MIS and Bariatric Surgery.
• Increase clinic visits and increase surgical volumes related to MIS and Bariatric Surgery.
• Participate in the call schedule with the Divisions of MIS and Surgical Oncology.
• Teach and educate surgery residents about MIS and Bariatric Surgery.

Required Qualifications

• MD, DO or equivalent degree.
• Board-certified in General Surgery.
• Board eligible for the American Board of Surgery.
• 5 years of general surgery residency.
• Evidence of ability as a teacher, scholar, and ability in all other duties assigned.
• Successful experience (waived for new entrants meeting other requirements).
• Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

• Full-time, FTE 1.0.
• Salary commensurate with education, experience, and achievements; subject to availability of funds.
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options.

Location

Health Sciences Campus, 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Conditions of Employment

• Background check required.
• Credit check if applicable.
• Motor vehicle report if required to drive an AU vehicle.
• Proof of completed academic degree(s) and transcripts required for faculty hires; foreign-trained candidates must provide credential evaluation.
• Responsible for confidentiality and adherence to cybersecurity and privacy policies.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

To be considered, apply online at https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/#job-portals and upload your Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Professional References, etc., as one document.