Physician - Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgeon (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the Wexner Medical Center seek an academic Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgeon to join the Department of Surgery. Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience.

Position Overview
The Department of Surgery at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking an exceptional full-time early- to -mid-career faculty with expertise in hepatopancreaticobiliary surgery to join our elite team of surgeons in the Division of Surgical Oncology. The accomplished surgeon will join an established and high-volume practice which cares for patients with benign and malignant hepatobiliary, pancreatic, biliary tract, and gastrointestinal diseases. Candidates with strong HPB robotic skills and minimally invasive surgery are preferred. Successful candidates will be fellowship-trained in oncological surgery and have expertise in hepatopancreaticobiliary surgery.  Candidates should be committed to patient care, resident, and medical student education and scholarly activity that advance clinical medicine. The position is ideal for applicants with excellent clinical outcomes and strong interpersonal skills. The individual will participate in the expansion of programmatic initiatives and research studies in collaboration with other faculty, residents, and medical students. A strong research program infrastructure exists, and there are multiple opportunities for engagement in clinical and translational research. The position will be located on our main campus at The James Comprehensive Cancer Center (The OSUCCC).

The OSUCCC-James strives to create a cancer-free world by integrating scientific research with excellence in education and patient-centered care — a strategy that leads to better methods of prevention, detection, and treatment. Ohio State is one of 51 National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers and one of only a few centers funded by the NCI to conduct both phase I and phase II clinical trials on novel anticancer drugs sponsored by the NCI. As the cancer program’s 356-bed adult patient-care component, The James is the 3rd largest cancer hospital in the nation, ranked by U.S. News & World Report, and has achieved Magnet® designation, the highest honor an organization can receive for quality patient care and professional nursing practice. With 21 floors and more than 1.1 million square feet, The James is a transformational facility that fosters collaboration and integration of cancer research and clinical cancer care. Click for more detailed information on the OSUCCC-James including advanced clinical trials, 275+ world-renowned cancer researchers, accreditations, accolades, revolutionary targeted treatments, methods and therapies, and survivorship programming.

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Requirements
Successful completion of an accredited General Surgery Residency
Completion of a Surgical Oncology Fellowship
Board certified/ eligible in Surgery
Demonstrated experience in basic or clinical research
Strong commitment to teaching
Must possess or be eligible for licensure in the State of Ohio

How to Apply
To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday [insert link to posting for advertisements]. Application materials must include a cover letter and Curriculum Vita. All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to:
Timothy Pawlik, MD, PhD, MPH | Chair, Department of Surgery
Susan Tsai, MD, MHS, FACS | Professor of Surgery, Chief of the Division of Surgical Oncology
C/O Tiffany Bauman, MBA | Physician and Faculty Recruitment |

The Ohio State University College of Medicine
The Ohio State University College of Medicine, with more than 5,000 learners, is the only academic medical center in central Ohio. Ranked as the 28th Best Medical School – Research, 40th Best Medical School – Primary Care, and 13th Most Diverse Medical School by U.S. News & World Report, it is known nationwide for curricular innovation, pioneering research, and outstanding patient care at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. With more than 2,600 faculty members, the college comprises 20 clinical departments, eight basic science departments, and a School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.

The Wexner Medical Center
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center consists of The Ohio State University Health System, the College of Medicine, the Health Sciences Library, and the Faculty Group Practice. The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is committed to providing world-class care. At the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, we're proud to be celebrating our 31st consecutive year ranked in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. This year, the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center has 10 nationally ranked specialties out of 15, and two were selected as high-performing. U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center as the top hospital in Columbus. The Wexner Medical Center is rated as high-performing in 14 out of 20 common procedures and conditions, including abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, aortic valve surgery, heart attack, heart bypass surgery, and heart failure.

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