Chief, Division of Gastroenterology

Our organization is in search of a dynamic and passionate leader to take on the role of Chief of the Division of Gastroenterology. As part of a prominent academic health sciences center and Level 1 trauma facility in northeastern New York, this position offers a unique opportunity to revitalize the department while delivering comprehensive care through the Digestive Disease Center across the Capital Region.

The Gastroenterology division is responsible for a Fellowship training program that accommodates 9 fellows and boasts specialized faculty expertise in:

• Hepatology
• Motility disorders
• Inflammatory bowel disease
• Pancreaticobiliary disease
• Advanced endoscopy

As the Chief, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing clinical operations and overseeing the education of fellows in a high-demand gastroenterology program
• Providing care to a diverse patient population with complex medical conditions
• Collaborating with skilled physicians and advanced practice providers to ensure exceptional patient care

Required qualifications include:

• MD or DO with board certification in Gastroenterology
• Interest or experience in developing a clinical subspecialty
• Leadership, education, and program development experience or interest
• Eligibility for an academic appointment at the associate professor or professor level
• Clinical research experience is highly preferred

Compensation and Professional Development:

• Attractive compensation package, which includes salary, comprehensive benefits, and retirement options.
• Salary range (as mandated in New York State): $500,000-$575,000
• Opportunities for professional growth, including leadership training, administrative and financial support, and external collaborations.

About our organization:

We are the largest regionally governed not-for-profit health system serving northeastern New York and western New England. Our system includes a medical center, a medical college, a children's hospital, and several other healthcare facilities. We are recognized as New York's only academic medical center and one of the largest teaching hospitals in upstate New York.

About Albany, NY:

Albany provides an outstanding quality of life with access to affordable housing, highly rated educational institutions, and a vibrant cultural atmosphere. Conveniently located near New York City, Boston, and Montreal, Albany also offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities year-round in the Adirondack Mountains and surrounding lakes. This area is perfect for professionals and families seeking a balanced lifestyle with both urban and suburban living options.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter and CV to:

Chair of the search committee

Vice chair of medicine and Chief of the division of nephrology

The Thomas Ordway Professor of Medicine
Our organization, Albany, NY 12208

Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.