Surgery- Surgical Oncology, Assistant/Associate Professor, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine

Assistant/Associate Professor of Surgical Oncology

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant/Associate Professor of Surgical Oncology, Surgery Department, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine.

Role of the Position

The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV, Department of Surgery is recruiting for a Surgical Oncologist, at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. The candidate's educational credentials, terminal degree, experience in an academic medical institution or equivalency will be considered in determining that candidate's recommended rank. The SOM Faculty Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure (FAPT) Committee will use the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV (SOM) promotion criteria to recommend rank to the Dean of the SOM. Tenure consideration may be given upon hire on a case by case basis depending on verified previous credentials, the FAPT recommendation, and SOM Dean's recommendation.

The Surgical Oncologist will join a team of fellowship trained surgical oncologists and breast surgical oncologist in the Division. They are responsible for diagnosis, staging, surgical treatment of malignancy, and surgical palliation. Duties include developing an active clinical surgical oncology practice, clinical research, and quality improvement activities.

The candidate will be expected to actively participate in the education of medical students, surgical residents and fellows, and the pursuit of scholarly activities with learners is expected. They will need to demonstrate practical interpersonal and communication skills and be committed to ongoing performance improvement. Dedication to enhancing a diverse workforce and academic environment is vital. They should be able to collaborate effectively with other clinicians. Evidence of clinical competence and competence in clinical and didactic teaching and clinical trial research is expected.

Participation in national meetings related to Surgical Oncology, will be encouraged and supported.

Profile of the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine

Located primarily within the Las Vegas Medical District, the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV graduated its first class of students in May of 2021. Fully accredited, the school currently has 240 medical students, 150 faculty physicians, and more than 300 medical residents and fellows. With a new medical education building opening in 2022, including state-of-the-art medical classrooms and simulation center, the school continues to grow.

As one of the most diverse medical schools in the nation, our graduates have been accepted to prestigious residency and fellowship programs throughout the country. Our faculty, students, residents, and fellows have had their research published in peer-reviewed journals that range from the American Journal of Surgery to Cancer Cytopathology.

With a group practice, UNLV Health, which provides care to more than 10,000 patients per month in its 17 primary care and specialty care clinics, and its partner hospitals, the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV is transforming healthcare in Southern Nevada.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate requires a M.D. or D.O. degree from a regionally accredited college or university and a minimum experience of 3 years as an academic attending surgeon is required. The successful candidate must also be Board Certified in General Surgical Oncology or have completed an SSO Accredited Surgical Oncology fellowship and Board Certified in General Surgery prior to the start date. The candidate must be eligible for an unrestricted Nevada medical license, malpractice coverage, and must be able to meet credentialing requirements, and must be able to obtain admitting privileges at applicable hospitals and/or clinics. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start of employment.

Commitment to Diversity

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Expertise in Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery

Salary Range

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

Benefits of Working at UNLV

• Generous compensation packages, up to 48 days of paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• No state income tax
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

Perks

• Flexible work schedule (depending on your department)
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Employee discount at UNLV's Student Wellness Recreation Center
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

How to Apply

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

Materials should be addressed to Dr. Charles St. Hill, Interim Chair of the Department of Surgery and Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.

Special Instructions for Internal NSHE Candidates

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, R0132611 in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

Profile of the University

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada. For more information, visit us on line at:

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