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CCHS - Assistant Professor/Associate Professor, Family/Sports Medicine- Renewabl

University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States, 35485


CCHS - Assistant Professor/Associate Professor, Family/Sports Medicine - Renewable Contract - 524410Location:

Alabama, United StatesDepartment/Organization:

208131 - Family Internal & Rural Med FIRMRank:

Assistant/Associate ProfessorPosition Summary:

The Department of Family, Internal and Rural Medicine in the College of Community Health Sciences at the University of Alabama (UA) is excited to announce the availability of an assistant or associate professor faculty position for full-time non-tenure earning clinical track.Detailed Position Information:

Responsibilities will include duties in the Department of Family, Internal, & Rural Medicine, including teaching medical students and residents in clinical training, research and scholarly activity, as well as providing direct patient care, with an emphasis in outpatient/ambulatory primary care, muscular skeletal and sports medicine injuries and illnesses.Minimum Qualifications:

M.D. or D.O. and Board eligible/Board Certified in Family Medicine required. Candidates must have completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine and must meet Alabama medical licensure requirements and complete licensure within the state prior to the start date.Preferred Qualifications:

A track record of scholarship, focusing on learning and teaching in a health professions or medical school environment would be desirable. Successful candidates will display a collaborative and entrepreneurial spirit, a desire to work in multidisciplinary and inter-professional teams, and have excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English.Instructions and Required Materials for Application:

CV & Cover LetterAbout the Division/College/School:

The College of Community Health Sciences (CCHS) was founded in 1972 by William Willard, MD, author of the "Willard Report" and considered the "Father of Family Medicine," with a mandate to train family physicians for Alabama, particularly its rural areas. The College also provides medical student education as the Tuscaloosa Regional Campus of the four-campus University of Alabama School of Medicine, based at UAB in Birmingham. The College's mission focuses on improving the health of individuals and communities in Alabama and the region through leadership in medical education and primary care; the provision of high-quality, accessible health care services; and scholarship.About the University:

The University of Alabama, part of The University of Alabama System, is the state's flagship university. UA shapes a better world through its teaching, research and service. With a global reputation for excellence, UA provides an inclusive, forward-thinking environment and nearly 200 degree programs on a beautiful, student-centered campus.About Tuscaloosa:

Tuscaloosa is so much more than a college town. It's a vibrant community that's filled with legendary history. Located along the Black Warrior River, the city features a walkable downtown that's complete with live music, locally owned shops, outdoor spaces to explore and local restaurants to meet every palate.Background Investigation and EEO Statement:

Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

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