Physician Scientist, Gynecologic Oncology

Job Summary:

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is searching for a Gynecologic Oncologist Physician Scientist to join the thriving Division of Gynecologic Oncology with a team of nine faculty physicians, two PhD research faculty, and six advanced practice providers. Depending upon research scope, the candidate may also have a secondary appointment in the Division of Reproductive Sciences which has seven PhD faculty focused on research in endocrinology, immunology, embryology and reproductive health. The candidate is also given membership to the NCI-designated University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center and will have access to its many shared resources.

The position is preferred to be at the level of Associate Professor or Professor based on candidate qualifications. The position will require approximately 80% of the applicant's time devoted to a new and unique research platform in gynecologic cancers and approximately 20% of their professional effort will be devoted to patient care including outpatient clinics, surgical procedures and participation in the on-call system.

Leadership, management and operational skills and knowledge associated with research infrastructure in a university setting is necessary. Additional responsibilities may include teaching fellows, resident physicians, graduate students and medical students. Other opportunities to assume leadership roles are dependent upon the interests, experience and performance of the successful candidate as well as the needs of the department and division.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:
- Minimum three years' experience as a post-doctoral fellow/researcher working in the field of biomolecular physiology, biochemistry, immunology, bioinformatics, or related field.
- Firsthand grant application experience and a strong publication record, appropriate to stage of career.
- Completion of a four-year approved/accredited residency program in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
- Completion of three- or four-year approved/accredited fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology.
- Laparoscopic and robotic gynecologic oncology experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
- More than 3 years of experience at the post-doctoral level; training in didactic education.
- Experience in developing an independent research project.
- Experience researching gynecologic malignancies.
- Experience in mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.
- Experience in gaining external NIH funding.
- Completion of at least 3 years or equivalent of biomedical cancer research.
- Independent research funding preferred.
- Completion of at least 3 years of independent clinical practice.

Candidates for Associate Professor (Tenure) or Professor (Tenure) must meet criteria for appointment at rank per UW School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for appointment and promotion on the tenure track.

Education:

Required
Terminal Degree
MD or DO.
Specialization in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Gynecologic Oncology. Degree in biological or health sciences or closely related field.

Preferred
PhD in a related field

License/Certification:

Required
MD - Physician - State Licensure
- Eligible for Wisconsin medical license.
- Board certified or eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
- Board certified or eligible in Gynecologic Oncology.

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