Job Description

How to Apply

Please provide: 
1. Cover letter 
2. CV 
3. Statement of Teaching 
4. Names and email addresses of 3 references 

Send to: 
Erika Arndt, MPA 
Vascular Surgery Section Administrator 
Michigan Medicine 
1500 E. Medical Center Drive 
5174 FCVC 
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5867 
[email protected] 

Job Summary

The University of Michigan, Department of Surgery, Section of Vascular Surgery is seeking candidates for a Clinical Track Assistant Professor to join our team of experts and innovators in pursuing advances in vascular surgical care that set the standard for our discipline. We seek a clinically focused vascular surgeon with a significant research focus in health services and a desire to work at the VA Ann Arbor Health System. Expertise in advanced endovascular and open peripheral interventions is desired.

Who We Are

The University of Michigan Section of Vascular Surgery is uniquely equipped to treat difficult and complex cases, and to translate new treatments and approaches from the lab to bedside through our partnerships with cardiovascular specialists across disciplines and our technologically advanced facilities. The Section consists of 8 clinical faculty with an emphasis on collegiality and collaboration, 2 research faculty and a staff of 40. There are 8 active professorships in addition to other large endowments and 4 endowed annual lectures. 

The annual clinical volume consists of approximately 1,500 cases, 10,000 clinic visits and we staff sites at the Frankel Cardiovascular Center (CVC OR and clinic), the East Ann Arbor Surgery Center (OR), the Brighton Center for Specialty Care (OR and clinic), and the Northville Health Center (procedural and clinic), which are all Michigan Medicine sites. The CVC OR is well-equipped with a state-of-the-art vascular hybrid room, a second dedicated aortic hybrid room, multiple open and endovascular suites. The Vascular Surgery Section is a strong partner with the diagnostic vascular laboratory, which has an annual volume of greater than 35,000 studies and 9 sites, including research and venous surgery. The Section's research is centered in 5 areas including the Jobst Laboratories, the Biomechanics Laboratory, a concentration in immunology of vascular disease and health services research. The Section has a robust educational platform including ACGME-accredited training programs in both the vascular surgery fellowship (which has been running for >30 years) and an integrated vascular surgery residency (which began as one of the first three residency programs in the country). Clinical support includes 5 dedicated clinic NPs, 3 clinic nurses, surgery schedulers, and 3 inpatient PAs. 

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day

2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

Clinic and OR responsibilities will reside mainly at the VA Ann Arbor Health System but include coverage at the Frankel Cardiovascular Center which includes seeing a broad array of vascular surgery patients and interest in PAD, advanced endovascular techniques and a willingness to do TOS. Establishment of a scholarly pursuits in health services research arena is highly encouraged, with attainment of extramural funding. Duties also include teaching medical students, house officers and fellows in clinical and didactic settings.

Required Qualifications*

Medical Doctorate or DO degree

Completion of an Integrated Vascular Surgery residency or General Surgery residency and Vascular Surgery Fellowship

Board Certified/Board Eligible; ability to obtain Michigan medical license and Federal DEA registration

Demonstrated ability in education and scholarship

Evidence of competence in clinical and didactic teaching

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The Section of Vascular Surgery in the Department of Surgery is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status, except as allowed by the need for bona fide occupational qualifications. Reasonable accommodation will also be provided to persons with disabilities, to disabled veterans, and to accommodate religious practice.

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