Diabetologist - Assistant or Associate Professor - Oregon Health & Science University

Department Overview:

The Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Clinical Nutrition at Oregon Health & Science University is actively involved in the education, research, and clinical care of General Endocrinology, including: diabetes and metabolism, lipids and clinical nutrition, and bone and mineral disorders.

 

The Division supports a variety of activities with specialty clinics for clinical nutrition, lipid disorders, diabetes, bone and mineral abnormalities, and general endocrinology. The appointee shall provide services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the universities missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach and public service.

Function/Duties of Position:

The Diabetes MD will provide exceptional patient care as a generalist in Diabetes, conduct innovative research, and further our education mission. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans and contribute to ongoing advancements in diabetes care. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to mentor residents and fellows, fostering a collaborative learning environment.

 

Clinical:

• Clinical time will be spent as a Diabetologist, working collaboratively across OHSU. Duties will include medical management of diabetes patients in an ambulatory setting, providing clinical care to patients at the Diabetes Clinic, Marquam Hill, and other, off-site locations. In addition, you will be expected to attend on the inpatient endocrine consult service 3-4 weeks per year and take your fair share of night and weekend call, as assigned, with other faculty on nights, weekends, and holidays.

Research:

• The position will have protected time to assume current research grant projects, continue research that has been transferred from your current institution, and secure grant funding.

Education:

• OHSU is a teaching facility and you will be expected to teach medical students and residents in the clinical setting, as part of your Clinical duties above, as well as through assigned lectures to be given during the course of the year. You may receive teaching assignments from the Division Head, Department or School of Medicine.

Required Qualifications:

• MD required
• Must be eligible for medical licensed in Oregon
• Board eligible or Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology
• Demonstrated commitment to educational excellence in clinical setting is required
• Advanced training in medical education is highly desirable
• New program graduates considered

All are welcome:Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.