Assistant Professor, Clinical Geo, Department of Emergency Medicine

Current UC employees must apply internally via Success Factors

You are invited to apply to be considered for one of multiple vacancies of the same position. The number of positions varies depending on the needs of the department. Rank and compensation will be based on experience and academic credentials.

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Job Overview

The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Cincinnati is excited to welcome 3 (three) enthusiastic clinician-educators to join our growing faculty as we expand to an additional clinical site. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop a fulfilling academic career in a department known for its rich legacy, strong educational mission, and supportive culture. We are seeking emergency physicians committed to bedside teaching and mentorship, who enjoy working closely with residents and students within a supportive academic culture in the delivery of high-quality, equitable emergency care.

Faculty interests may include, but are not limited to, education, EMS, operations, quality improvement, ultrasound, or research.

Why University of Cincinnati EM (UCEM)?

• Leadership:
  We foster leadership development at every stage, welcoming graduates of both 3- and 4-year residency programs and offering a one-year faculty development track to prepare new clinician-educators for long-term academic success. Additional formal leadership opportunities are available for those seeking expanded roles.
• Education: UCEM is home to theoldest Emergency Medicine residency program in the country, and we take great pride in the quality, experience, and professionalism of our residents. Our faculty are deeply engaged in bedside teaching, mentorship, and continuous innovation in medical education.
• Advocacy: UCEM is committed to equitable, patient-centered emergency care and engages in advocacy on behalf of our patients, our learners, and our profession at the local, regional, and national levels.
• Discovery:
  Faculty have the opportunity to pursue scholarly work that advances emergency care, education, operations, and systems improvement, supported by a collaborative academic environment.

UCEM offers a collegial faculty environment, outstanding residents, and strong institutional support designed to help you thrive and grow throughout your academic career.

Essential Functions

• Collaboration with hospital operations teams to optimize throughput, capacity management, and ED flow.
• Mentorship of early-career faculty and trainees in academic scholarship, leadership development, and career advancement.

• Dissemination of knowledge through peer-reviewed publications, grant activity, and national presentations.

• Participation in hospital committees, task forces, and systemwide initiatives that shape emergency and acute care delivery.
• Contributions to strategic planning, program development, and philanthropic efforts to advance the mission of the department and the College of Medicine.

The ideal candidates include enthusiastic clinician-educators seeking a supportive academic environment with structured mentorship, opportunities for teaching, professional growth, and a clear path for career development.

Minimum Requirements

• MD/DO.
• Ohio Medical License.
• DEA license.
• Completion of a four (4) year Emergency Medicine Residency
  -Or
  - Completion of a 3-year emergency medicine training program with at least one year of service in an academic setting or fellowship training.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Demonstrated interest and accomplishment in emergency medicine clinical patient care.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, chief residency training or similar accomplishments during residency training.
• Demonstration of interest and accomplishment in bedside clinical teaching of medical students and residents (emergency medicine as well as other clinical services).
• Academic productivity such as original research papers, abstracts,…