Gastroenterologist

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Gastroenterologist at the Assistant Professor level to join our academic faculty in Houston, Texas.

OVERVIEW:

This position offers the opportunity to provide specialized gastroenterology care within a collaborative academic environment while contributing to clinical research and the education of fellows, residents, and other trainees. The successful candidate will provide patient care across endoscopic and non-endoscopic procedures, outpatient clinics, and inpatient services, while working alongside multidisciplinary teams across MD Anderson.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:

The Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition consists of gastroenterologists, laboratory-based scientists, and other colleagues working together to provide the highest level of care for patients with a wide variety of gastrointestinal disorders, including preneoplastic and malignant conditions. The department provides consultations, endoscopic screening, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and hepatology services while supporting research in cancer prevention, familial cancers, and tumor progression.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctorate-level degree appropriate to the faculty role and department mission
• Licensed or eligible for licensure by the Texas Medical Board
• Board certified in Internal Medicine
• Board certified or board eligible in Gastroenterology through the American Board of Internal Medicine
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• At least two years of experience as an Instructor or five years of post-degree experience through a combination of clinical gastroenterology practice, gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures, fellowship, or GME training

BENEFITS:

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html