Advanced Specialty Training (ASTP) Program in GI/Liver/Advanced Fellowship - #Faculty

The Gastrointestinal and Liver Pathology Faculty Assistant Program is an advanced fellowship that provides training in diagnostic gastrointestinal, liver, and pancreatic pathology. Our case material consists of in-house specimens from Johns Hopkins, as well as cases from our active consultation service. Our faculty members provide specialty experience in gastrointestinal luminal pathology, liver pathology, and pancreatic pathology.

The faculty assistant takes full responsibility for sign-out of in-house luminal gastrointestinal biopsy material and works closely with our faculty members on consult cases. The faculty assistant also participates in clinical conferences and housestaff and medical student teaching. Participation in research is strongly encouraged, and there are multiple opportunities to work with our faculty members on projects.

Three years of AP training or four years of AP/CP training are required. Applicants must have completed their AP training and be AP Board eligible/certified by the July start date. A Maryland medical license is required prior to the starting date. Applicants must have a U.S. permanent resident visa or be a U.S. citizen. A J-1 or H-1B visa is not appropriate for this position.

Salary: $87,456 - $103,269

Complete the attached application, including CV, four reference letters, and a personal statement.

Questions about the position should be addressed to:

Dr. Jackie Birkness-Gartman (View email address on click.appcast.io and Dr. Ozlem Kulak (View email address on click.appcast.io)

Salary Range

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Background Checks

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Vaccine Requirements

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Job Type: Full Time