Assistant/Associate/Professor - Pediatric Surgeon/Health Sciences Researcher

Title Assistant/Associate/Professor

• Pediatric Surgeon/Health Sciences Researcher Specific Title Appointment Type Tenure Track Faculty Department IUSM - Surgery

• Pediatric Campus IU School of Medicine Indianapolis Position Summary

Indiana University School of Medicine is seeking a Pediatric General Surgeon within the IUSM Department of Surgery. They will join a team of 9 Surgeons covering 3 hospitals in the urban and metro areas of Indianapolis.

The Division offers and supports robust residency and fellowship programs. This role will be responsible for activities in a division which encompasses general pediatric surgery and trauma. Services specific to the Riley Children's Hospital include, but are not limited to, the surgical management of general pediatric surgery conditions, surgical oncology, congenital anomalies, chest wall anomalies, gastrointestinal surgery, as well as minimally-invasive surgery.

This position will include 40% research time for health science research toward pediatric surgery patient populations. Mentorship will be provided under Dr. Karl Bilimoria.

Candidate's should have experience and training in health sciences research as this is an expectation of the position. This is a full-time opportunity. Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with experience.

Department of Surgery

• The IUSM Department of Surgery is committed to the education and development of excellent surgical clinicians, incorporating the skills, knowledge, and competencies essential for providing a high standard of care to residents across the state of Indiana and beyond. Faculty educators in the Department of Surgery strive to advance surgical scientists and their research and aim to instill the leadership qualities that will empower graduates to excel in all practice settings.

Indiana University School of Medicine

• IUSM is committed to being an institution that reflects the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve and pursues the values of equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our learners, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.

IU Health

• IU Health is Indiana's most comprehensive healthcare system (ranked No. 1 in the state by U.S. News & World Report). Our unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, one of the nation's leading medical schools, provides physicians opportunities in breakthrough research and high-quality patient care. Based in Indianapolis, Indiana, with dozens of facilities statewide, IU Health is a regional leader in providing the right healthcare when and where it is needed.

Indianapolis

• Indianapolis is the capital and most populous city in the State of Indiana. It is growing economically thanks to a strong corporate base anchored by the life sciences.
  
  Indiana is home to one of the largest concentrations of health sciences companies in the nation. Indianapolis has a sophisticated blend of charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. The growing residential base is supported by rich amenities and quality of life - the city possesses a variety of professional sports, arts venues, and outdoor recreation areas.
  
  Residents of this dynamic city, and surrounding suburbs, enjoy leading educational systems and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population. Indianapolis International Airport is a top-ranked international airport, being named "Best Airport in North America" by Airports Council International for many years.

Basic Qualifications

• Doctorate or terminal degree (MD or equivalent education) is required. Qualified candidates will have completed a minimum of a one-year pediatric surgery fellowship and should be board certified/eligible in Surgery and Pediatric Surgery.

• Experience and training in health sciences research is required.

Department Contact for Questions

Please direct questions about the process to:

Meghan Hutchinson

Human Resources Business Partner, Department of Surgery

mjhutchi@iu.edu

OR

Kristy Cartwright

Service Line Administrator, Pediatric Surgery

kcartwrigh@iuhealth.org

Please direct questions about the opportunity to:

Alan Ladd, MD

Division Chief, Pediatric Surgery

Department of Surgery

aladd@iupui.edu

Additional Qualifications Special Instructions Priority Application Review Deadline Expected Start Date OAA # IUSM-01980-2024