Clinician-Educators, Physician-Scientists, Clinical Geriatricians Faculty Position

Description

These Assistant and Associate Professor level faculty appointments will be in the Department of Medicine, Division of Geriatric Medicine.  

The Department resides in the highly collaborative environment at Vanderbilt University, which provides a strong and collegial environment for interdisciplinary clinical teams, fruitful research collaborations, and the development of innovative educational initiatives at all levels. 

The Nashville campus of the Tennessee Valley Veterans Healthcare System is located next to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and many of our division faculty enjoy joint appointments. 

Vanderbilt is in the growing, dynamic city of Nashville. 

We offer highly competitive start-up packages, and the successful applicant will enjoy the substantial benefits of the collaborative Vanderbilt atmosphere. 

Clinician-Educators should have evidence of teaching experience and exhibit a fervent desire to be involved in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows. An academic Clinician-Educator (CE) track position is 80% clinical, with additional responsibilities in teaching, scholarship, quality improvement, and administration. 

Physician-Scientist applicants should have substantial post-graduate training highlighted by peer-reviewed publications that demonstrate research productivity, and successful candidates will be expected to establish and maintain an independent research program as well as participate in the teaching of graduate and medical students. A Physician-Scientist track position provides 80% of time for research in collaboration across diverse disciplines. 

Clinically focused Geriatricians can be involved in in-patient care in venues ranging from an in-patient Acute Care for the Elderly (ACE) unit and a Geriatrics Consult Service to several skilled nursing facilities, and ambulatory care clinics, with an emphasis on transitions-of-care. 

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and a concise (2-page) statement of their areas of interest and expertise

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation.  We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action.

EOE/AA/Women/Minority/Vets/Disabled