University of Texas Medical Branch – Galveston, Texas UTMB is a $3.5 billion academic health center established in 1891 as Texas's first medical school, comprising Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Health Professions, Public and Population Health, and a Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. With $168 million in sponsored research awards, UTMB ranks 52nd nationally in NIH funding among medical schools and stands in the top 2 percent of institutions receiving NIH support. The institution operates…
four hospital campuses (Galveston, Clear Lake, League City, Angleton-Danbury) with over 1,000 beds and more than 90 clinics serving a population exceeding 1.8 million across Southeast Texas.
Chief of Adult Reconstruction - The UTMB Department of Orthopedic Surgery & Rehabilitation at the University of Texas Medical Branch invites applications and nominations for the position of Chief of Adult Reconstruction (Academic Rank of Associate Professor or Professor). This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished orthopedic surgeon and academic leader to guide the continued growth and development of a premier Adult Reconstruction program within a historic and nationally recognized academic medical center. The successful candidate will be an outstanding clinician, educator, researcher, and leader with a demonstrated commitment to advancing the field of hip and knee arthroplasty. The Chief will have the opportunity to shape the strategic vision of the Adult Reconstruction at UTMB, recruit and mentor faculty, expand clinical services, advance innovative research, and develop educational programs that distinguish our department nationally.
The Chief of Adult Reconstruction will work closely with the Chair of Orthopedic Surgery & Rehabilitation and departmental and institutional leadership to establish and execute a strategic vision for the division. The ideal candidate will be an exceptionally skilled hip and knee arthroplasty surgeon with a reputation for clinical excellence, efficiency, and outstanding patient care. Expertise in complex primary and revision arthroplasty is valuable.
Minimal Requirements & Experience
- MD, or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
- Board certification or eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery.
- Fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction/Adult Reconstructive Surgery.
- Substantial experience in primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasty.
- Demonstrated academic productivity through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, research, and/or other scholarly accomplishments.
- A commitment to graduate medical education, demonstrated leadership/mentorship skills, and excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Eligibility for medical licensure in Texas.
Living in South Houston and Galveston, Texas: Information about living in Galveston and the UTMB service area can be found on the UTMB Living Website: http://www.utmb.edu/utmbliving/
Interested candidates please submit Curriculum Vitae to Skott Harrington at saharrin@utmb.edu.
*A full, detailed job description will be provided to all applicants*
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