Academic Colorectal Surgeon
Department of Surgery
University of Iowa
The Section of Colorectal Surgery, Department of Surgery at the University of Iowa invites applicants for a faculty position in Colorectal Surgery. Appointment will be for Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in either the non-tenure clinical track or tenure track consistent with experience and research interest.
Candidates must hold an MD, DO, or an equivalent degree, have completed ACGME accredited training in all phases of General Surgery and Colon and Rectal Surgery, and possess board eligibility/certification from both the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery. Applicants with established research are preferred and appointment to the tenure track requires research experience at a level which enables procurement of outside funding. Applicants will also need to demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills, possess a strong commitment to academic and clinical excellence, be committed to ongoing performance improvement and to providing care as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will have evidence of adequate training and/or experience in open, laparoscopic, robotic surgery, endoscopy, and anorectal surgery. 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 is desired.
The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is a tertiary medical center which includes a National Cancer Institute Comprehensive Cancer Center and a Level I Trauma Center. The University of Iowa also encompasses the James A. Clifton Center for Digestive Health, a multidisciplinary association of the specialties of gastrointestinal surgery, adult and pediatric gastroenterology, pediatric surgery, radiology, and pathology. This multidisciplinary center is composed of a diagnostic and therapeutic unit, outpatient clinic, office facility and inpatient unit. This unit facilitates efficient consultation between Gastroenterology and surgical specialties and improves the ability to perform clinical research. It includes specialists with expertise in the areas of gastrointestinal, pancreaticobiliary, colorectal, minimally invasive, and bariatric surgery who work together to advance the art and science of the care of the GI tract.
The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics are located in a Big-Ten college town. The Iowa City metropolitan area has a population of 161,000 and the Iowa City/Cedar Rapids Corridor has a population of 460,000. 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.
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/affirmative action 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, gender identity, or associational preferences.
To apply for this position, visit The University of Iowa website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu, requisition 75120.
For additional information on this position, please contact:
John W. Cromwell, MD, FACS, FASCRS
Director, Division of Gastrointestinal, Minimally Invasive, and Bariatric Surgery
Department of Surgery
University of Iowa Health Care
200 Hawkins Drive, 1509 JCP
Iowa City IA 52242
319-384-7359
