Gastroenterology Physician Scientist Ladder Rank Professor / In Residence Professor

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a full-time faculty member for the position of Academic General Gastroenterology Physician Scientist at the Professor level within the Ladder Rank/In Residence series in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology. Faculty members in this series are expected to contribute to professional development, engage in teaching, conduct research, and participate in university and public service.

The primary focus of this role will be to develop and sustain a research program funded externally, specifically targeting cell therapies for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

The selected candidate will also be responsible for providing gastroenterology consultations and endoscopic services for IBD patients at various outpatient locations in the greater Sacramento area, as well as participating in on-call duties at the medical center. Educational duties will encompass supervising consultations and procedures performed by fellows, residents, and medical students, in addition to delivering lectures to diverse audiences.

The Gastroenterology Division currently comprises 27 faculty members and 4 nurse practitioners, offering services across 5 clinics and 5 outpatient endoscopy units, with plans for further growth. The division boasts strong programs in motility, IBD, advanced endoscopy, and a newly established liver transplant initiative. Clinical research is bolstered by the GI Clinical Research Unit, which includes 8 research coordinators and staff supporting over 50 ongoing studies. Our division has a rich history of excellence in patient care and medical education, recently expanding its training program to accommodate 12 GI Fellows and 1 Advanced Endoscopy Fellow.

UC Davis Health serves a vast area of 65,000 square miles, encompassing 33 counties and a population of 6 million residents in Northern and Central California. The UC Davis Medical Center is a large facility with over 600 beds, currently undergoing expansion, which includes the development of an innovation hub, Aggie Square, and the 14-story California Tower.

Basic Qualifications (must be met at the time of application):

• M.D., M.D./Ph.D., D.O., or an equivalent degree
• Experience in teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level
• Clinical expertise and interest in IBD
• Extramural funding related to IBD research

Additional Qualifications (must be met at the time of hire):

• Board certified or board eligible in Gastroenterology
• Medical licensure or eligibility for licensure in California
• Completion of an ACGME accredited fellowship or equivalent experience
• Proven track record of securing extramural funding, including NIH grants, publications, and leadership in cell-based therapies for IBD
• Expertise in IBD management and endoscopic techniques
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a diverse environment

Required Documents:

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recent C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research (optional)
• Authorization to Release Information Form - This form is mandatory for all academic recruitment applicants. Please refer to the Employment Disclosure Requirements webpage for further details. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form.
• Statement of Teaching (optional)

Reference Requirements:

• 5 references (contact information only)

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