Job Description

Assistant Professor of Dermatology-Mohs Micrographic Surgeon-General Dermatologist

Posting Numberreq27989
Employment TypeFaculty
Faculty TypeFlex Track
Hiring DepartmentDermatology Administration (627B)
Academic LocationSchool of Medicine
Benefits EligibleThe University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position SummaryThe University of New Mexico(UNM) School of Medicine Department of Dermatology seeks a skilled Board-certified/eligibleMohs Micrographic Surgeon-General Dermatologist. We serve a large, medicallycomplex population and function as the consultation source for the entire ruralstate of New Mexico (population 2.2 million). Many of our patients present withvery challenging pathology/skin malignancies and/or clinical context due tolack of access and other social determinants of health. Our Department providesexcellent high-quality care in general and pediatric dermatology, dermatologicsurgery/Mohs as well as phototherapy, laser, and aesthetic services. We havebuilt an exceedingly collaborative team of engaged and energetic faculty,residents, and staff, including our Veterans Affairs and Dermatopathologyfaculty colleagues. We have a strong and consistent partnership with Medical/SurgicalOncology (at our comprehensive NCI-designated Cancer Center), Otolaryngologyand Plastic Surgery, and community/referring dermatologists and primary careproviders throughout the state. Responsibilities include: outpatient Mohsmicrographic surgery, procedural and cutaneous oncology, general dermatology; weekend/callcoverage for Mohs surgery vs. general dermatology to be determined.

The UNM Health Sciences Center(HSC) is the only academic health complex in the state and is located inbeautiful Albuquerque, New Mexico. The UNM HSC prioritizes four mission areas -Education, Research, Patient Care and Community Engagement - to provide NewMexicans with the highest level of health care possible. There is alsoopportunity for transdisciplinary scholarship and research in collaboration withMain Campus, Law School, College of Population Health, and robust communityorganizations. The School of Medicine at UNM HSC is celebrated for innovationin medical education and has earned a reputation for making diversity, equity,inclusivity and belonging in the physician workforce a priority. The Departmentof Dermatology specifically shares these values and seeks to respect,celebrate, and reflect the communities we serve.

New Mexico is an outdoorrecreation and art destination with breathtaking sunsets, rivers, deserts andmountain ranges; Albuquerque is a thriving small city with the Sandia range tothe east and a mesa to the west. It isideal for activities year-round, including trail running, hiking, biking,fishing, climbing and skiing/snow sports. The state is uniquely multicultural/multilingualwith 22 Native/Indigenous tribes and sovereign nations represented, as well asvibrant Latinx, African-American, and Asian-American communities and exceptionallocal cuisine, architecture, and cultural/historic sites. In addition, NewMexico is known for an internationally famous arts industry, abundant craftbreweries and wineries, as well as expanding film/television, science and spaceindustries.

We offer an excellent andcomprehensive benefit package including paid professional liability insurance,medical/dental/vision plan, retirement, annual/professional leave, continuingeducation tuition and dependent tuition program, and a competitive salary withincentive.
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Medical Doctor or equivalent
  • Board eligible/certified in Dermatology
  • Completion of or on track to complete ACGME accredited fellowship in Mohs surgery
  • Eligible for medical licensure in NM
  • Eligible for State of New Mexico Board of Pharmacy certification and federal DEA registration
  • Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity,inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diversecommunities.
  • Demonstrated experiences that are in alignment with UNM School of Medicine key mission areas (Education, Research, Clinical Care, Community Engagement)
  • Demonstrated skills/interest that would contribute to growth and improvement of the ACGME-accredited residency training program as pertains to specialty dermatologic care in a collaborative manner
  • Demonstrated experience/excellence in teaching and mentoring learners of various backgrounds.
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please attach the following documents to your application:
1) Cover Letter
2) CV

For Assistance with the Application Process, contact Lalita Lopez, Department Human Resources Representative, (505) 272-6027,

lalopez@salud.unm.edu

For Best ConsiderationFor best consideration, please apply by 2/29/2024. This position will remain open until filled.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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