Physician Scientist – Dermatology

The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Dermatology, is seeking a BC/BE Dermatologist to join its dynamic team and support the departmental mission of delivering the highest quality of care, as well as satisfying teaching, research, and academic responsibilities. This is a busy clinical practice with a wide range of pathologies seen in the outpatient and inpatient settings.  The candidate will have protected research effort. This will include support for staffing, equipment, and laboratory space from the Department of Internal Medicine and Division of Dermatology.

The ideal candidate will model best practices for diagnosing and treating various illnesses and conditions. The position also includes contributing to the Division of Dermatology's scholarly and research activities, which may involve clinical trials or investigator-initiated studies. Active participation in Division, Department, and School faculty activities is encouraged, as scheduling allows.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about advancing the field of Dermatology care through innovative, clinical and translational research, and exceptional patient care. If you are committed to excellence in healthcare, education, and research, we encourage you to apply.

Required Qualifications:

• MD/DO
• Board certified/eligible in Dermatology
• Eligible for licensure in Kansas

Preferred Qualifications:

• Clinical experience in Dermatology

Benefits and compensation

• Recent increase in overall compensation package
• Generous retirement contribution
• Relocation assistance
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• CME allowance
• LTD/STD and Life insurance
• Professional liability insurance

About The University of Kansas Hospital: 

Recognized as one of the top hospitals in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, The University of Kansas Hospital is a 1045-bed academic medical center and Level 1 trauma center, with a mission to lead in the discovery of new knowledge, deliver outstanding patient care in this region and beyond, and educate the healthcare professionals of tomorrow. The Health System, consistently earning national recognition for outstanding quality and safety in several medical specialties, is known for its Center for Advanced Heart Care, Center for Transplantation, Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center, and NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Magnet designation is proof of our hard-earned commitment to nursing excellence. 

About Kansas City: 

A metropolitan area of 2.3 million people, Kansas City offers the diversity and excitement of a large city with the charm and convenience of Midwest living. Walkable, tree-lined neighborhoods surround the campus, which is within close proximity to the city's top destinations, including the Kauffman Center of Performing Arts, Union Station & Science City, National WWI Museum, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, as well as the Country Club Plaza, a shopping district celebrated for its architectural design. 

Overall, the Kansas City metropolitan area is a diverse and dynamic region with a rich cultural heritage, a strong economy, a vibrant downtown area, and a wide range of recreational and educational opportunities. It offers a high quality of life for its residents and attracts visitors from around the region and beyond. Residents enjoy safe, suburban neighborhoods, great restaurants and shopping, miles of bike paths, parks and lakes, excellent schools (public, private, and universities for higher education). 

The University of Kansas Health System is the official healthcare provider for the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, KC Current and T-Mobile Center. Kansas City is also home to Sporting KC, Kansas City Mavericks, and we will be hosting the World Cup!  Visit www.thinkkc.com for more information about Kansas City.

For more information:

Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter

DDeskin@kumc.edu

(913) 951-7748

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.