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Asst / Assoc / Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology
University of Cincinnati
📍 Cincinnati
Full-time
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<p style="margin-right:0.0in;margin-left:0.0in;Times New Roman', serif"> </p><p style="margin-right:0.0in;margin-left:0.0in;Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="">Current UC employees must apply internally via <em>SuccessFactors</em> </span></strong></p><p style="margin-right:0.0in;margin-left:0.0in;Times New Roman', serif"> </p><p style="margin-bottom:8.25pt;margin-right:0.0in;margin-left:0.0in;Times New Roman', serif"><span style="">Faculty rank and compensation will be based on experience and academic credentials.</span></p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%"><strong><span style=""> </span></strong></p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%"><strong><span style="">Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati</span></strong></p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%"><span style="">Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at </span><span style=""><a href="http://uc.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">uc.edu</a></span><span style="">. </span></p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;Times New Roman', serif"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;Times New Roman', serif"><span style="">UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success. </span></p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;Times New Roman', serif"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;Times New Roman', serif"> </p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px"><b>Job Overview</b></H2></div><div><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%">As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s doctors and faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Internal Medicine is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff. With world-class research, teaching, and medical practice opportunities, why not choose the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine?</p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%">The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology supports the University of Cincinnati Medical Center (UCMC), West Chester Hospital (WCH), University of Cincinnati Cancer Center (UCCC), and the Cincinnati Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The Division collaborates with the Bone Marrow Transplant program, an Experimental Therapeutics program, a Hemophilia Center, a Sickle Cell Disease Center and supports the nine (9) clinical centers of excellence of the UC Cancer Center. Research labs provide venues for translational studies. In addition, many opportunities exist on campus for access to resources in immunobiology, laboratory medicine, transfusion medicine, cell mediated therapy and cancer biology at the University of Cincinnati Medical College, the Hoxworth Blood Center, and the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.</p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%">The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is seeking an MD clinician to work with the Gastroenterology section with advanced expertise in gastrointestinal motility and Neurogastroenterology. This faculty candidate will be recruited at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level. Final faculty rank will be commensurate with experience.</p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%">This is a clinical academic mission position, with support for research, teaching, and administration. This position is supported by dedicated administrative staff and advanced practice providers. Compensation is highly competitive with the opportunity for incentives based on clinical and/or academic productivity.</p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%"> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px"><b>Essential Functions</b></H2></div><div><ul><li><span style="">Provide comprehensive adult gastroenterology care across UC Health sites, including but not necessarily limited to University of Cincinnati Medical Center (UCMC), UC West Chester Hospital, and University Endoscopy Center.</span></li><li><span style="">Deliver 6+ weeks of inpatient gastroenterology service annually.</span></li><li><span style="">Provide 6+ weeks of annual call coverage.</span></li><li><span style="">Maintain a balanced outpatient and procedural schedule, including: </span><ul><li><span style="">Three (3) half-day outpatient gastroenterology clinics per week; </span></li><li><span style="">Five (5) half-day endoscopy sessions per week; </span></li></ul></li><li><span style="">Establish and lead the first Motility and Neurogastroenterology Clinic at UC, which will involve: </span></li><li style="list-style-type:none"><ul><li><span style="">Evaluating patients with a full spectrum of neurogastrointestinal and motility disorders, including difficulty swallowing and esophageal motility disorders, abnormal gastrointestinal motility, chronic constipation, functional bowel disorders, disorders of gut–brain interaction, and other complex neurogastrointestinal conditions; </span></li><li><span style="">Performing comprehensive diagnostic evaluations of complex gastrointestinal motility and related disorders to develop individualized short‑ and long‑term care plans.</span></li><li><span style="">Conducting specialized diagnostic procedures, including esophageal and anorectal manometry, motility studies, and other advanced physiologic assessments.</span></li><li><span style="">Leading a multidisciplinary, patient‑centered approach to complex motility and neurogastrointestinal diseases, integrating gastroenterology, colorectal surgery, pelvic floor therapy, behavioral health, nutrition, and other specialties as appropriate.</span></li><li><span style="">Providing biofeedback therapy in the clinical setting indicated as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.</span></li><li><span style="">Developing and launching a new, comprehensive neurogastroenterology clinic with unique diagnostic and therapeutic strategies, emphasizing multidisciplinary care pathways and innovative treatment models.</span></li><li><span style="">Delivering general gastroenterology care with a specialized emphasis on neurogastrointestinal disorders.</span></li><li><span style="">Providing specialized therapeutic interventions, including anorectal biofeedback therapy.</span></li><li><span style="">Providing general gastroenterology care and supporting multidisciplinary teams, including colorectal surgery, urology, and gynecology.</span></li></ul></li></ul><p> </p><p> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px"><b>Essential Functions Continued:</b></H2></div><div><ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%">Contribute to the care of gastroenterology, liver, pancreatic, and complex GI patients as part of the broader Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology service line.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%">Teach fellows and residents. Precept fellow clinics and lead didactic sessions during inpatient rounding. Develop a formal training curriculum in neurogastroenterology for fellows, residents, and advanced practice providers. </li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%">Provide structured didactic education through division‑wide lectures, motility‑focused educational sessions, and regional presentations to enhance awareness of the new Neurogastroenterology and Motility Center.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%">Lead journal clubs and case conferences. Mentor trainees in clinical research, scholarly writing, and preparation of presentations for national meetings.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%">Participate in and initiate research projects. These include Motility-focused clinical trials, collaborative translational research with institutional partners, and development of motility and Neurogastroenterology databases and registries.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%">Publish scholarly work in peer-reviewed journals and contribute to national guidelines and expert recommendations.</li><li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%">Advance the academic mission of the Division through national engagement, including participation in the American Neurogastroenterology and Motility Society.</li></ul><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%"> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px"><b>Minimum Requirements</b></H2></div><div><p>Prior to effective date of appointment, all of the following:</p><p><br>• Medical degree (MD/DO)<br>• State of Ohio Clinical Research Faculty Certificate<br>• Completion of a 3-year Internal Medicine Residency<br>• Completion of a 3-year Gastroenterology fellowship<br>• Completion of a 1-year Advanced Fellowship in Gastrointestinal Motility, Neurogastroenterology, or a fellowship which is a combination of the two</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px"><b>Physical Requirements/Work Environment</b></H2></div><ul style="margin-top:0.0;margin-bottom:0.0"><li>Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.</li></ul></div></div><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"> </p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><strong><span style="">Compensation and Benefits</span></strong></p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><span style="">UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. </span><span style=""><a href="https://www.uc.edu/employees/hr/benefits.html">(UC Benefits)</a></span><span style=""> Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:</span></p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"> </p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><span style="">Salary Information: </span></p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"> </p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><strong><span style="">Comprehensive Tuition Remission</span></strong></p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><span style="">UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.</span></p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"> </p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><strong><span style="">Robust Retirement Plans</span></strong></p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><span style="">As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.</span></p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"> </p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><strong><span style="">Real Work-Life Balance</span></strong></p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><span style="">UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:</span></p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><span style="">Vacation and sick time</span></p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><span style="">11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)</span></p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><span style="">6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents</span></p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"> </p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><strong><span style="">Additional Benefits Include:</span></strong></p><ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px" type="disc"><li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Competitive salary based on experience</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs</span></li><li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt"><span style="">Professional development & mentorship opportunities</span></li></ul><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"> </p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><span style="">To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our </span><span style=""><a href="https://www.uc.edu/careers.html">Careers Page</a></span><span style="">.</span></p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"> </p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><span style="">UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click </span><span style=""><a href="https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents">here</a></span><span style=""> for a list of acceptable documents. </span></p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"> </p><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><strong><span style="">Important</span></strong><span style="">: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the <u><a href="https://jobs.uc.edu/">UC applicant portal</a></u>. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. 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Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.</span></strong></p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.25pt;line-height:normal"> </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.25pt;line-height:normal"><span style="">REQ: 102221<img src="data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAA8AAAAPCAMAAAAMCGV4AAAAAXNSR0ICQMB9xQAAAANQTFRFAAAAp3o92gAAAAF0Uk5TAEDm2GYAAAAJcEhZcwAADsQAAA7EAZUrDhsAAAAZdEVYdFNvZnR3YXJlAE1pY3Jvc29mdCBPZmZpY2V/7TVxAAAADElEQVQY02NgGFkAAADwAAFrdgjcAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC" width="15" height="15" border="0"></span></p>