Physician - Infectious Disease

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Assistant Professor – Division of Infectious Diseases, Dept. of Medicine

The Section of Infectious Diseases, Dept. of Medicine at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) seeks to recruit new faculty to the Clinician or Clinician Educator pathways at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank.

Job Description:

The Section of Infectious Diseases, Dept. of Medicine at the University of Oklahoma Health Campus seeks to recruit a new faculty to the Clinician or Clinician Educator pathways at the Assistant Professor rank.

The successful candidate will show strong potential for academic advancement in accord with current College of Medicine criteria. S/he must have a MD/DO (or equivalent) degree, be ABIM BC/BE in Infectious Diseases, licensable to practice in the State of Oklahoma and eligible for credentialing by OU Health. Particular consideration will be given to candidates with additional experience and training in care of immunocompromised hosts, bone and joint infections, and/or clinical research.

Along with the 9 faculty members in the Infectious Diseases Section S/he will engage in the three major missions of the College of Medicine: Education, Patient care, and Scholarship.

Educational responsibilities may include teaching first and second year medical student courses, precepting and supervising trainees at all levels including students, residents, and fellows on inpatient and outpatient services. Educational responsibilities also include participation in Departmental and Section level teaching forums e.g. medical grand rounds, resident lectures, journal clubs, research and clinical conferences. Patient care activities will be conducted in ambulatory and inpatient settings at OU Medical Center.

The University of Oklahoma Health Campus is a 325-acre comprehensive academic health center comprised of seven colleges on a single urban campus. It is located in the heart of metropolitan Oklahoma City, an energetic and growing community with mild winters, year-round sunshine, low cost of living, and plenty of activities.

The University of Oklahoma Health Campus is an EO/AAE with a strong commitment to diversity.

Direct Contact Information:
Contact Information: Candidates should send a cover letter describing their interests and long-term goals, and their C.V. to Dr. D. A. Drevets, Professor and Chief, Infectious Diseases, AAT7300, 800 Stanton L. Young, Oklahoma City, OK 73104, douglas-drevets@ou.edu.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care as well as teaching and supervision of residents and fellows, medical students, and other trainees.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have or be able to obtain a Oklahoma medical license prior to employment and be BC/BE and completed a Fellowship in Infectious Disease.
• Candidates are eligible for faculty appointments through the OU College of Medicine - appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience.
• Continued employment will be contingent upon successfully obtaining Board Certification in the eligibility timeframe of your specialty.
   

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