Physician Department of Surgery, Abdominal and Hernia General Surgeon​/Track Faculty

Overview

The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the Wexner Medical Center seek a general surgeon with focus on complex abdominal wall surgery and hernia repair to join the Department of Surgery. Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience. This is a full-time position based at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center University Hospital with potential for growth and a competitive salary and benefits package.

The Division of General and Gastrointestinal Surgery within the Department of Surgery invites a General Surgeon to join its elite team. The candidate will take an active role in the Center for Abdominal Core Health, caring for patients with simple and complex abdominal wall issues. The candidate should have a record of success in basic/translation science, health services research, or clinical trials.

The successful candidate will: perform a high volume of operations at Ohio State’s Ambulatory/Outpatient Surgery Centers and participate in clinical, translational, or health services research as appropriate to academic rank. The role includes patient care, teaching, and contribution to program development within the Center for Abdominal Core Health.

• Board Certified in General Surgery
• Successful completion of a General Surgery Fellowship with focus on Abdominal Wall Surgery
• Academic experience highly desired
• Eligible for State of Ohio medical licensure
• Qualify for academic appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level – Academic rank and salary commensurate with prior training and experience

Definitions and terms related to faculty tracks (Clinical, Tenure-Track, and Research) are described to distinguish career focus areas. These sections are informational and describe typical expectations for different faculty categories within the College of Medicine and OSU Wexner Medical Center.

The Ohio State University College of Medicine, with more than 5,000 learners, is the only academic medical center in central Ohio. It has been ranked by U.S. News & World Report in multiple categories and supports a large, diverse faculty and student body across clinical and basic science departments.

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center comprises the health system, the College of Medicine, the Health Sciences Library, and the Faculty Group Practice. The center consistently earns high national rankings and provides world-class patient care, research, and education. The upcoming hospital tower is designed to enhance the campus and patient care, with numerous patient- and space-focused improvements.

Notable features include large private rooms, enhanced connections to affiliated centers, expansive terrace and green spaces, and a broad range of diagnostic and treatment facilities.

The university is dedicated to diversity and equal opportunity in employment. Ohio State maintains dual-career and relocation resources for new faculty and promotes work-life balance. We are an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of regional higher education recruitment networks.

Columbus, Ohio — a growing metropolitan area with diverse opportunities and amenities. Ohio State has multiple regional campuses and offers comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post-offer process.