New River Community College
Colorectal Surgeon, Department of Surgery (M68247)
New River Community College, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Unit:
School Of Medicine
Department:
Surgery
Mission or goal of unit:
The mission of the VCU Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery is to deliver superior patient care with integrity and kindness while advancing knowledge through research and education.
Chief Purpose of this Position in Support of Above Misson or Goal:
This position is open rank, an early- to mid-career collateral, non-tenure track faculty position in the VCU Colon and Rectal Division. The faculty member should have clinical and research interests that complement and expand on existing expertise in the Division. Clinical and research areas of particular interest should primarily be in the treatment of complex colorectal and anorectal diseases. The faculty member should also support the current Division's expanding efforts to provide excellent colorectal surgical support to many of our current regional outreach programs, including Massey Cancer Center. Finally, the faculty member should support the Division's commitment to teaching Surgery Residents and, Fellows as well as VCU Medical Students.
As part of the Massey Cancer Center, an NCI-designated cancer center, the Division offers access to cutting-edge research, multidisciplinary collaboration, and a diverse patient population. The successful candidate will contribute to a thriving Colon and Rectal surgical program known for its innovation, outreach, and commitment to excellence in education and clinical care.
Responsibilities Teaching The faculty member will have teaching responsibilities in Colon and Rectal Surgery.
Research The faculty member will participate in clinical and/or basic science research relevant to the expanding field of Colon and Rectal Surgery. A record of publication in refereed journals or presentations at national meetings is expected. The faculty member is expected to develop interdisciplinary collaborations within VCU's Massey Cancer Center, and other medical and surgical specialties.
Service The faculty member will serve on University, Health System, and Departmental committees as requested by leadership. They will assist with the recruitment, training, and placement of Residents and Fellows among the varied specialties outlines above.
Clinical Faculty member clinical responsibility will be focused on a full‑time colorectal clinical practice, including outreach clinics, bringing novel techniques to benefit patients. Additionally, the faculty member responsibility will be in the care of the Colorectal Surgical patients on the MCV campus of VCU, as well as community outreach satellite location(s). They will be responsible for the development of an active colorectal surgical practice, with the support of the Division and Department's leadership.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Board Certification or Eligibility in General Surgery.
Advanced training fellowship in an ACGME‑accredited Colon and Rectal Surgery program.
Commitment to Outcomes, Clinical and/or Basic Science Research
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
Record of external funding or proposal submissions to obtain funding.
Details Rank:
Open
Tenure:
Ineligible
Months:
12 months
Contact Information Contact Name:
Mary Waite
Contact Email:
Mary.Waite@vcuhealth.org
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School Of Medicine
Department:
Surgery
Mission or goal of unit:
The mission of the VCU Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery is to deliver superior patient care with integrity and kindness while advancing knowledge through research and education.
Chief Purpose of this Position in Support of Above Misson or Goal:
This position is open rank, an early- to mid-career collateral, non-tenure track faculty position in the VCU Colon and Rectal Division. The faculty member should have clinical and research interests that complement and expand on existing expertise in the Division. Clinical and research areas of particular interest should primarily be in the treatment of complex colorectal and anorectal diseases. The faculty member should also support the current Division's expanding efforts to provide excellent colorectal surgical support to many of our current regional outreach programs, including Massey Cancer Center. Finally, the faculty member should support the Division's commitment to teaching Surgery Residents and, Fellows as well as VCU Medical Students.
As part of the Massey Cancer Center, an NCI-designated cancer center, the Division offers access to cutting-edge research, multidisciplinary collaboration, and a diverse patient population. The successful candidate will contribute to a thriving Colon and Rectal surgical program known for its innovation, outreach, and commitment to excellence in education and clinical care.
Responsibilities Teaching The faculty member will have teaching responsibilities in Colon and Rectal Surgery.
Research The faculty member will participate in clinical and/or basic science research relevant to the expanding field of Colon and Rectal Surgery. A record of publication in refereed journals or presentations at national meetings is expected. The faculty member is expected to develop interdisciplinary collaborations within VCU's Massey Cancer Center, and other medical and surgical specialties.
Service The faculty member will serve on University, Health System, and Departmental committees as requested by leadership. They will assist with the recruitment, training, and placement of Residents and Fellows among the varied specialties outlines above.
Clinical Faculty member clinical responsibility will be focused on a full‑time colorectal clinical practice, including outreach clinics, bringing novel techniques to benefit patients. Additionally, the faculty member responsibility will be in the care of the Colorectal Surgical patients on the MCV campus of VCU, as well as community outreach satellite location(s). They will be responsible for the development of an active colorectal surgical practice, with the support of the Division and Department's leadership.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Board Certification or Eligibility in General Surgery.
Advanced training fellowship in an ACGME‑accredited Colon and Rectal Surgery program.
Commitment to Outcomes, Clinical and/or Basic Science Research
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
Record of external funding or proposal submissions to obtain funding.
Details Rank:
Open
Tenure:
Ineligible
Months:
12 months
Contact Information Contact Name:
Mary Waite
Contact Email:
Mary.Waite@vcuhealth.org
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