Pediatric Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon - Associate Professor

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Philadelphia is seeking a Pediatric Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon for an Associate Professor position. Responsibilities include teaching medical students and surgeons, building a practice in pediatric hand surgery, and engaging in research. Candidates must hold an M.D. or equivalent and complete an accredited fellowship in hand surgery. Commitment to diversity among applicants is encouraged.

Qualifications

• M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. and certification by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery or eligibility.
• Completion of an accredited hand surgery fellowship is required.
• Preference for candidates with additional fellowship training in pediatric hand surgery.

Responsibilities

• Teach medical students and surgery residents.
• Build a practice in pediatric hand surgery.
• Conduct clinical and/or basic science research in orthopaedic and hand surgery.

Skills

Pediatric hand surgery

Orthopaedic surgery

Clinical instruction

Education

M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree

Completion of an accredited hand surgery fellowship

Job description

Overview

Pediatric Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon - Associate Professor

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Open Date: Dec 03, 2024

Deadline: Dec 03, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seek candidates for an Associate Professor position in the non-tenure clinician educator track. Expertise is required in the specific area of pediatric hand and upper extremity surgery. Applicants must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree. They must also be certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery or eligible for such certification.

Responsibilities

• Teaching responsibilities may include clinical and didactic instruction of medical students, orthopaedic surgery residents, pediatric orthopaedic surgery fellows, and hand surgery fellows.
• Clinical responsibilities may include building a practice in pediatric hand surgery, with additional duties in orthopedic surgery depending on candidate training.
• Research or scholarship responsibilities may include clinical and/or basic science investigations in the field of orthopaedic surgery and, specifically, hand surgery.
• Completion of an accredited hand surgery fellowship is required. Preference will be given to candidates that have additional fellowship training in pediatric hand surgery. The faculty appointment will be in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery.
• We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania and Children\'s Hospital of Philadelphia are EOEs. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Completion of an accredited hand surgery fellowship is required. Preference will be given to candidates with additional fellowship training in pediatric hand surgery. Applicants must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree and be certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery or eligible for certification.

Application Instructions

To apply, visit: https://apply.interfolio.com/158460

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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