Assistant Professor

Required Applicant Materials:

Interested candidates should submit the following materials:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for at least three professional references

For further inquiries about this position, please email Dr. Shauna Levy, MD at slevy10@tulane.edu

 

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will possess expertise in minimally invasive and robotic abdominal wall reconstruction techniques, complex ventral and inguinal hernia repair, advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques, and general surgery. Experience with bariatric surgery and endoscopic procedures is welcomed but not required.

 

This position is intended to support the growth of a comprehensive abdominal wall reconstruction and hernia program. The anticipated clinical practice will consist of approximately 75% hernia repair/abdominal wall reconstruction and 25% general surgery.

 

Responsibilities will include working with the division to achieve its goals in each mission: administrative, education, research, and clinical. In addition to clinical duties, the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to the education of fellows, residents, and medical students.

Qualifications

Applicants must have an M.D. or equivalent degree. Candidates should have satisfactorily completed a training program in general surgery accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and be eligible for licensure in Louisiana. Successful candidates will have completed fellowship training in Minimally Invasive Surgery, Advanced GI/MIS, or Abdominal Wall Reconstruction with advanced training and/or substantial career experience focused on minimally invasive hernia repair and abdominal wall reconstruction.

About the company

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