Clinical Faculty- Surgery, Transplant

Job

287581

Augusta University

Full Time

Job # 287581 Position#
The Medical College of Georgia, Department of Surgery, at Augusta University is seeking a full‑time faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. Candidates should be highly qualified transplant surgeons for kidney and liver. The division is part of an academic general surgery program which includes a general surgery residency, a clinical research program and a busy clinical practice at Wellstar at MCG Health.

The program has a growing kidney/pancreas transplant program and is in the process of starting a liver transplant program as well. This position does not meet the requirements to be on a tenure track.

• Provide patient care, education and research in Transplant Surgery.
• Provide clinical and call coverage as outlined by the Section Chief.
• As a Clinician‑Educator, train students and residents.
• Maintain appropriate clinical records relating to patients treated by you to the extent required by applicable state and federal laws.
• Produce the appropriate number of RVUs for your specialty and work effort.
• Participate in the educational programs of the Department, which includes teaching, service, training, preceptorship, mentoring, etc.

• Medical degree (MD, DO) or equivalent.
• Ability to acquire a Georgia Medical License and privileges at Wellstar MCG Health.
• Board‑certified in transplant surgery.
• Assistant Professor: early‑level career with appropriate postgraduate training.
• Associate Professor: mid‑level career with at least five years at the rank of Assistant Professor or comparable training.
• Professor: senior‑level career with at least five years at the rank of Associate Professor or comparable training.
• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)’s requirements for institutional accreditation.
• Evidence of ability as a teacher.
• Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned.
• Successful experience (waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements).
• Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

• Experience with liver transplantation.
• Fellowship training in Transplant Surgery.
• Previous teaching experience at an academic medical center.

This position is fiscal year based and works year‑round. The intended work commitment or full‑time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full‑time.
Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor salaries and compensation are commensurate with education, experience, and achievements and are subject to availability of funds.
Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more. Full‑time employees employed for more than six months may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.
Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, while also considering internal equity and market data.
Advancement through the faculty ranks is only through the annual promotion and tenure process (typically five‑year increments). For more information on ranks, review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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