Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition Division Chief

Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition Division Chief

The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

Position Information

Position/Rank: Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition Division Chief

Department: Internal Medicine

City: Salt Lake City, UT

Track: Dependent on Qualifications

New Position to Begin: upon hire

The University of Utah seeks an exceptional gastroenterologist or transplant hepatology leader to serve as the Chief for the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition (Gastroenterology) in the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine’s Department of Internal Medicine (DOIM). This is a remarkable opportunity for a dynamic academic leader to further the growth and innovation of this vibrant program’s clinical, research, educational, and other programmatic missions.

The Division of Gastroenterology is one of twelve divisions within the Department of Internal Medicine. The faculty and advanced practice clinicians cover the entire spectrum of gastroenterology and hepatology and are dedicated to high-quality, value-driven patient care, education, innovation, and discovery through basic, clinical, population, and health-services research. Thirty faculty and sixteen advanced practitioners provide outpatient and inpatient services in multiple locations, including the University of Utah Hospital, Huntsman Cancer Institute, the George E. Wahlen Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VA), and community clinics in South Jordan, Sugarhouse, Park City, Salt Lake City, and Farmington.

Our research mission is equally important and is fully integrated with our clinical and teaching missions. Research interests in the Division are extensive and include genetics and epidemiology of colon, pancreatic and esophageal cancers, molecular diagnostics and biology of serrated polyps, and molecular analysis of biospecimens of inflammatory GI diseases (hepatitis, ulcerative colitis, and eosinophilic esophagitis). Clinical trials are also extensive, including esophageal disorders (eosinophilic esophagitis, and GERD), inflammatory bowel disease, interventional endoscopy, and liver disease. Many research endeavors are facilitated by access to the Utah Population Database, the only database of its kind in the United States, and one of the largest sources in the world to support biomedical and health-related research on genetics, epidemiology, demography, and public health with information on more than 7 million individuals.

The Gastroenterology Chief will work closely with the DOIM Chair and institutional leaders to promote a collaborative environment that enhances clinical growth and academic development as well as advances research consistent with Department and Institutional missions. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader who promotes institutional stewardship throughout the University of Utah Health and the University of Utah.

Minimum Qualifications: ABIM Board certification in gastroenterology or transplant hepatology, academic experience as an Associate Professor or Professor, and eligibility for a Utah medical license.

Preferred Qualifications: National or international research reputation, clinical leadership, and progressive administrative experience.

Please apply by submitting a current curriculum vitae and a cover letter containing a description of professional experiences, including leadership responsibilities, scientific accomplishments, clinical practice, mentoring, administrative/service experiences, leadership philosophy, and commitment to servant leadership at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/180598

Contact for Inquiries: Professor and Chair, Department of Internal Medicine

The University of Utah Health has ranked in the top tier of the prestigious Vizient Quality Leadership Award for inpatient service for the last 15 years and for ambulatory service for the last 10 years. The University of Utah is also a Top-Tier 1 research (R1) institution and a member of the Association of American Universities.

The University of Utah is in beautiful Salt Lake City, which offers an outstanding quality of life in a metropolitan area of 1.2 million residents, nestled in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains.

We acknowledge that this land, which is named for the Ute Tribe, is the traditional and ancestral homeland of the Shoshone, Paiute, Goshute, and Ute Tribes. The University of Utah recognizes and respects the enduring relationship that exists between many Indigenous Peoples and their traditional homelands.

The Department of Internal Medicine is committed to addressing the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples and single parents. We are committed to equal parental leave for men and women faculty and provide eight weeks of paid parental leave.

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information: All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law.