Nephrologist

University of Wisconsin Madison
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Nov 15, 2024
Job Summary: The Division of Nephrology has two open positions for an academic Associate or Assistant Professor, on the Clinical Health Services (CHS) track or on the Clinician Teacher (CT) track to join our team as we expand our division. In particular, individuals with interest in polycystic kidney disease, onconephrology, glomerular/parenchymal diseases, or point-of-care ultrasound are encouraged to apply. This physician will be expected to provide coverage of Nephrology Division hospital services and ambulatory experiences at UW Health approved locations, and opportunities for leadership in inpatient and/or outpatient dialysis may be available. This physician will participate in teaching learners in some or all of the Department of Medicine, Nephrology Division continuing professional education, fellowship program activities, internal medicine residency experiences in nephrology, and medical school courses and clinical experiences. If pursuing the Clinical Health Science (CHS) track, research responsibilities will include engaging in active collaborative clinical research on multi-disciplinary projects, and this physician will be encouraged to apply to obtain internal and/or extramural funding to support research endeavors. University and community service will be expected as appropriate.Appointment at the associate professor rank may include leadership participation at the division and/or department level. SMPH is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will join a world-class institution that encourages, values and supports interdisciplinary basic, clinical and population health research, and attracts scholars and students from around the world. Madison is the state's capital city with a population of over 270,000 and offers an ideal combination of natural beauty, stimulating cultural events, outstanding schools and outdoor recreation. Clinical responsibilities include 3 half days of ambulatory care per week (outpatient clinics, dialysis shifts) and would participate in the inpatient coverage schedule (14-18 weeks per year) and outreach at a regional site. If a qualified interventional nephrologist is recruited to fill the position, the new hire would engage in the subspecialty interventional nephrology practice of interventional procedures at Meriter and/or UW Cath Labs. Procedures done at the Meriter cath lab are outpatient cases and procedures done at the UW Cath Lab are inpatient cases. Academic responsibilities include teaching learners in some or all of the Department of Medicine, Nephrology Division continuing professional education, fellowship program activities, internal medicine residency experiences in nephrology, and medical school courses and clinical experiences. Research responsibilities will include engaging in active collaborative clinical research on multi-disciplinary projects and the physician will be encouraged to apply to obtain extramural funding. The successful candidate will also participate in professional, public, and university service appropriate to the faculty rank to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members. Faculty and staff of the Department of Medicine value professionalism, patient-centeredness, compassion, respect, innovation, discovery, inclusion, diversity, teamwork, scholarship and stewardship. Candidates must meet the criteria for rank and track as per UW Clinical Health Sciences guidelines. Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Required Terminal Degree MD, DO or equivalent Qualifications: Strong skills in written and verbal communication, collaboration and teamwork, evidence of excellence in nephrology clinical practice and teaching, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and academic interest in nephrology with prior publications in peer-reviewed journals preferred. License/Certification: Required ABIM - American Board of Internal Medicine Certification Ability to obtain license to practice medicine in Wisconsin. Current certification or eligibility for certification in Nephrology by the American Board of Internal Medicine Work Type: Full or Part Time: 80% - 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Anticipated Begin Date: APRIL 6, 2024 Salary: Negotiable ANNUAL (12 months) Salary is negotiable, based on years and diversity of experience. Additional Information: Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles listed in this posting. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist. This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial Caregiver Check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and then every four years. The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. This position has been identified as a position that will be located in or regularly access UW Health locations. This position will need to adhere to UW Health policies and affiliated requirements. UW Health requires that anyone (all staff, faculty students, volunteers, and other affiliated individuals) working in or regularly accessing UW Health locations receive the COVID-19 primary vaccination series and first booster. This position will be required to adhere to that policy and if not in full compliance to have a plan for achieving full compliance within 40 days of the first day of employment. Additionally, you may be required to adhere to other vaccination requirements. Medical or religious accommodations will be considered. How to Apply: To begin the application process please click on the 'Apply Now' button. You will be asked to create a profile and upload a CV and cover letter. You will also be asked to provide contact information for three (3) references as part of your online application, including your current or most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice. The deadline for assuring full consideration is April 1, 2024; however, the position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled. Contact: Deb Gugel gugel@wisc.edu 608-445-3224 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Clinical Associate Professor(IC010) or Clinical Assistant Professor(IC011) or Associate Professor (CHS)(IC015) or Assistant Professor (CHS)(IC016) Department(s): A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/MEDICINE/NEPHROLOGY Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: 284040-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. 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