Open Rank Faculty in Obstetrics and Gynecology

University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The University of New Mexico, School of Medicine and Health Sciences Center is seeking a candidate for a faculty position in the Division of Urogynecology. This is an open rank, open track full-time faculty position in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. The Division of Urogynecology has an established fellowship, a busy clinical practice, and is active in research and education. The successful incumbent will be involved with clinical teaching and clinical research at clinics on and off campus. The Division hosts an accredited Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery fellowship, with a primary objective to train well-rounded, subspecialist physicians who are experts in surgical anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the pelvic floor. The Division also has a dedicated pessary clinic for non-surgical treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction and welcomes creative research opportunities with a team of research coordinators. The incumbent will be expected to participate in the education and surgical training of medical students, residents, and fellows in the clinic, classroom, and operating room, and will provide additional surgical opportunities for training residents and fellows. A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities is essential. The University of New Mexico, Health Sciences Center is the largest academic health complex in the state, combining education, research, patient care, and community outreach. Albuquerque offers a desirable lifestyle with a moderate cost of living, abundant outdoor activities, and a multicultural environment.

Requirements

Eligible to work in the United States
MD or DO degree or equivalent
Board certified or eligible by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Completion of a Fellowship or advanced training in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (URPS)
Eligible for medical licensure in NM, State of New Mexico Board of Pharmacy certification, and federal DEA registration

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching students and residents
Clinical skills and scholarly activity
Experience working within a managed care environment
Experience working in a multidisciplinary environment
Experience or interest in research activity and career development
A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities.

Responsibilities

Clinical teaching and clinical research at clinics on and off campus.
Participate in the education and surgical training of medical students, residents and fellows in the clinic, classroom, and operating room.
Provide additional surgical opportunities for training residents and fellows.
Contribute actively to the climate of diversity & inclusivity.
Engage in creative research opportunities.