Gastroenterologist -IBD- Academic-University of Louisville

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Division of Gastroenterology at the University of Louisville School of Medicine is seeking a Gastroenterologist with Inflammatory Bowel Disease Focus to join a division engaged in diverse clinical and academic practice, and research including multiple NIH grants, and 2 NIH Center grants.

Appointment will be at the rank of assistant of associate level, depending on qualifications and experience.

Candidates must have completed ACGME accredited fellowship in gastroenterology.

Position Responsibilities

Teaching
Teaching responsibilities may include participation in clinical diagnosis, lectures to medical students, and extramural programs such as continuing medical education lectures at area hospitals.

Service
Will interact with division chief and faculty for the development and implementation of plans for growth in the field.

Clinical

Clinical practice includes hospital rotations, inpatient and outpatient endoscopy, and office-based patient care.  The primary clinical focus of this position will be on inflammatory bowel disease and will play a pivotal role in the division's expanding clinical trials program.

Research
Opportunity for clinical trials and IBD related outcomes research

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Competitive salary with recruitment incentives
• Starting Bonus
• Comprehensive provider health and retirement benefits
• Level of academic appointment and compensation commensurate with experience
• Affiliation with the University of Louisville School of Medicine
• Free tuition to the University of Louisville School for employees and their families

Interested candidates are invited to submit their curriculum vitae to the attention of:

 Kristine Krueger, MD, Professor and Chief of Academic and Clinical Affairs via email to randi.ragan@uoflhealth.org Randi Ragan, physician recruiter with UofL Health - UofL Physicians.

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