Description

Position Description

The University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Department of Surgery is seeking applicants for a faculty position in the Division of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery. Appointment rank may be at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level and to the tenure track, or clinical (non-tenure) track consistent with clinical experience and research interest.  

University of Iowa Health Care is a tertiary medical center which includes a National Cancer Institute Comprehensive Cancer Center and a Level I Trauma Center. The Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center is divided into site and disease-specific multidisciplinary oncology groups delivering state of the art cancer care and administering clinical trials, and research groups performing cutting edge basic science investigations.  The Division of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery currently has 9 surgeons, 5 specializing in complex and GI Surgical Oncology, 2 performing Endocrine Surgery, and 4 who perform Breast Surgery.

University of Iowa Health Care is located in a Big-Ten college town.  The Iowa City metropolitan area has a population of 175,000 and the Iowa City/Cedar Rapids Corridor has a population of 450,000.  Iowa City and the University of Iowa provide a rich cultural environment, highlighting art, music, and literature.  There are ample opportunities for spectator and participation sports as well as a wealth of outdoor activities.  The community is diverse and cosmopolitan with affordable housing and outstanding schools.  Iowa City is a safe and friendly community ideal for raising a family and developing a successful academic career.  It is regularly ranked amongst the most desirable places to live in the United States.

University of Iowa Health Care offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits package.

Education Requirements

• Candidates must hold MD, DO or equivalent degree.
• Candidates must have completed training in all phases of General Surgery.  
• Completion of a fellowship in Surgical Oncology.
• Board eligibility/certification from the American Board of Surgery.

Certifications

• Board eligibility/certification from the American Board of Surgery.

Required Qualifications

• Professional job-related experience fostering or promoting a welcoming and respectful work/academic environment where people of all backgrounds and perspectives feel welcomed and appreciated; or demonstrated the ability to do so.
• Applicants with established research are preferred and appointment to the tenure track requires research experience at a level which enables procurement of outside funding. 
• The successful candidate should demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, be committed to ongoing performance improvement, and to providing care as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, research, and clinical excellence is required.

 Desired Qualifications

• Experience or interest in complex Surgical Oncology, including hepatic and pancreatic surgery, as well as intraperitoneal perfusion, is highly desirable.

To apply for this position, visit The University of Iowa website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu, requisition # 75791

For additional information please contact:

James Howe V, MD

Director, Division of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery

Department of Surgery

University of Iowa

200 Hawkins Drive, 4644 JCP

Iowa City, IA  52242-1086

James-howe@uiowa.edu 

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu, to inquire or discuss accommodation needs.