The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Duke University is seeking an academically oriented, board certified or board eligible orthopaedic surgeon fellowship trained in Pediatric Orthopaedics. This new faculty member will join colleagues practicing at several locations with a variety of clinical profiles. Excellent candidates have a minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, are active in academic societies, and have an interest in treating children with neuromuscular disorders.
Opportunity:
Support for research activities – independently or in collaboration with faculty colleagues – is available throughout the broad range of the academic disciplines at Duke University to meet the goals and interests of this new faculty member.
Join a rich training environment at Duke, with participation by students, residents, and fellows.
Candidate provides orthopaedic emergency coverage in the Duke University Health System, which includes Duke University Hospital, a Level 1 trauma center with 4100 trauma activations per year.
Faculty appointment with the Duke School of Medicine at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level, Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with experience.
Qualifications:
Board certified or board eligible orthopaedic surgeon fellowship trained in Pediatric Orthopaedics.
The ideal candidate would have a minimum of 5 years of clinical experience.
A commitment to excellent patient care, as well as teaching, scholarship, research, and leadership on local, national, and international levels.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and Exceptional Duke Faculty benefits, including college tuition assistance for dependent children and excellent retirement package.
Demonstrated ability to foster an inclusive community of scholarship in academic medicine, engagement, and wellness among a diverse faculty, staff, resident, and student environment.
Pediatric Orthopaedics has created a unique culture of continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration while recruiting outstanding fellows and residents who create new opportunities to learn and find new and better ways of teaching. Duke Orthopaedics offer a uniquely enjoyable and rewarding environment where excellent clinical care is provided in the context of learning, teaching, and investigation.
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