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Unit: School of Medicine

Department: Internal Medicine

Mission or Goal of Unit

To provide superior, compassionate and innovative clinical care to our patients using state of the art knowledge and resources and to conduct and disseminate clinical research and scholarship, with a focus on the care of patients and education of future clinicians.

Chief Purpose of this position in support of above mission or goal

The Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition is seeking full-time Hepatologist, that is board eligible/certified in Gastroenterology and Hepatology to provide clinical services in the Hepatology clinics at VCU Health System, to include both clinics on the Medical College of Virginia Hospital campus and in Hepatology outreach locations.

Teaching

Provide teaching to medical students, residents, and fellows in the management of patients with Liver conditions.

Research

The faculty will engage in research and develop interdisciplinary collaborations in support of the core mission.

Clinical

Provide clinical services in the hepatology clinics at VCUHS, to include both clinics on the MCVH campus and in outreach locations; participate in the inpatient management of patients with Liver conditions, perform diagnostic endoscopic procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Board certified/board eligible in Gastroenterology and Hepatology
• Experience in Hepatalogy Research
• Eligible for Virginia Medical Licensure
• For tenure eligible positions at the Assistant Professor rank, an established research agenda and a clear potential for external funding, as well as potential for scholarship or creative expression to complement and expand existing expertise in the department
• For tenure eligible positions at the Associate Professor or Professor rank, a well-developed scholarly/research portfolio with evidence of multi-disciplinary applications and external funding appropriate to complement and expand existing expertise in the departmen
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU

Salary Range: Commensurate

Benefits: All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package, that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

ORP Eligible: Yes

Rank: Open

Tenure: Open

Months: 12 months

Sensitive Position: Yes

Restricted Position: No

Contact Information:
Contact Name: Taylor Hanssen
Contact Email: Taylor.Hanssen@vcuhealth.org