Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, General Surgery/Complex Abdominal Wall Reconstruction

The Division of GI Surgery at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine seeks a motivated general surgeon to join a productive division. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving team of clinicians, educators, and researchers. Northwestern Medicine is one of the premier academic medical systems in the nation. Furthermore, the GI Surgery service line is highly ranked nationally, and the Department of Surgery is positioned among leading surgery departments for receipt of NIH funding. 

The ideal candidate will have established academic interests and a proven track record in securing extramural funding to support these academic endeavors, which may be in the basic, translational, clinical trial, or health services outcomes research.

We are seeking a full-time non-tenure-eligible Clinician-Educator at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Clinical practice will be focused on general surgery procedures, such as cholecystectomy, complex abdominal wall reconstruction, herniorrhaphy, and minimally invasive surgery, as well as inpatient and outpatient care of general surgery patients. The candidate may also be expected to develop and maintain an extramurally funded basic, translational, clinical trial, or health services outcomes research program. The candidate will contribute to medical education of General Surgery residents.

Qualified candidates must (1) be board certified or eligible by the American Board of Surgery; (2) have completed an accredited fellowship or equivalent training in their respective area of practice, and (3) be able to obtain permanent Illinois licensure.

The start date is negotiable, and the position will remain open until filled.

When applying, please upload a CV and cover letter describing your interest and alignment with the position.

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Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.