Colon and Rectal Surgeon - Assistant or Associate Professor

Colon and Rectal Surgeon

The University of Utah is seeking to recruit a board-eligible/board certified colon and rectal surgeon to join the Section of Colon and Rectal Surgery at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank. Current fellows and early to mid-career surgeons are encouraged to apply. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a well-established and supportive program in a great location to work and live.

The recruit will join a group of five surgeons supported by a Physician Assistant, General Surgical Residents, and an ACGME accredited colon and rectal surgery fellow. This FTE allotment for this position will be 0.90 clinical with 0.10 time allowed for professional development in the pillars of investigation, administration, or education.

As the tertiary referral center for the largest geographic catchment area in the continental US, the Section of Colon and Rectal Surgery provides evaluation and management for a wide range of colon and rectal diseases. We have a robust clinical practice including complex multidisciplinary care of colorectal cancer, IBD, and pelvic floor disorders. The surgeons also serve as teaching faculty for the University of Utah General Surgery Residency Program and colon and rectal surgery fellowship.

Leadership opportunities within the Section of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology, or Department of Surgery may exist for the appropriate candidate.

• No general surgery or trauma call
• Shared weekend call with surgical oncology (approximately 1:10)
• Robotic surgical block time
• Endoscopy block time
• Robust global surgery program with opportunities for teaching abroad
• Numerous opportunities for professional development within the University of Utah

• Board eligible or board certified in colon and rectal surgery
• Strong clinical productivity
• MIS experience (laparoscopy and robotics)
• Ability to work in a collegial manner
• Desire and ability to support the academic and educational mission of the University of Utah

Interested candidates may send a cover letter and CV to Bartley Pickron, MD, Section Chief of Colon and Rectal Surgery kronh.edu

Interested candidates should apply at:

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.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty, and patients from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

The University of Utah is an Affiative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

MD or Equivalent

Board Eligible/Board Certified in colon and rectal surgery

Strong clinical productivity

MIS Experience (laparoscopy and robotics)

Ability to work in a collegial manner

Desire and ability to support the academic and educational mission of the University of Utah