AI summary
Banner University Medicine Center–University of Arizona College of Medicine Phoenix is hiring an academic Gastroenterologist to serve as an Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Specialist and program leader within its Gastroenterology/Hepatology division. You'll lead and expand a multidisciplinary IBD care model while driving clinical/translational research and mentoring trainees. Standout perk: protected time for research and academic development with strong research infrastructure.
Key skills
MD or DOBoard certification in GastroenterologyInflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) clinical careClinical researchTranslational researchProgram leadership (clinical operations and education)Mentoring faculty/fellows/traineesMultidisciplinary collaboration (surgery, pathology, radiology)Arizona medical licensure eligibilityClinical trials leadership (preferred)
Salary not listed — comparable academic IBD/Gastroenterology roles in Arizona typically pay around $350k–$550k total compensation depending on experience, academic rank, and clinical/research mix.
You'll thrive here if you’re an academically minded GI physician with a strong IBD focus who enjoys leading programs, building research, and mentoring in a collaborative medical center environment.
Why apply
- Protected time for research
- Cutting-edge research facilities
- Clinical trials infrastructure
Banner University Medicine Center-University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix (BUMC-UACOMP) is seeking a dynamic and visionary academic leader to serve as AN Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Specialist within our Division of Gastroenterology/Hepatology. This academic health science center offers a culture of collegiality and robust infrastructure supporting translational research. This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished physician-scientist or clinical leader to shape the future of IBD care, drive innovative clinical research, and mentor the next generation of academic gastroenterologists.Key Responsibilities:Provide strategic leadership for the IBD program, including clinical operations, research initiatives, and educational programs.Develop and expand a multidisciplinary, patient-centered IBD care model.Lead and grow a robust clinical research program with support from institutional infrastructure.Mentor junior faculty, fellows, and trainees in clinical practice, academic development, and research.Collaborate with colleagues across specialties including surgery, pathology, and radiology to ensure integrated care.Maintain active clinical practice in IBD.Collaborate with Division Chief of Gastroenterology/Hepatology to identify strategic planningQualifications:MD or DO with board certification in Gastroenterology.Eligible for licensure in AZEstablished track record of excellence in IBD clinical care and academic scholarship.Strong record of clinical research and/or translational research in IBD.Demonstrated leadership experience and a commitment to mentorship and team development.Eligibility for appointment at the Assistant/Associate Professor level.Preferred Qualifications:Experience leading clinical trials or translational research programs.Record of securing external research funding.Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in academic medicine.We Offer:Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.Protected time for research and academic development.Access to cutting-edge research facilities and clinical trials infrastructure.A collaborative, collegial environment with a strong emphasis on innovation and mentorship. PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CV FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION
As an equal opportunity employer, Banner University Medical Group (BUMG) recognizes the power of culture and community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. BUMG is an EEO Employer POS13715 Physician-Gastroenterology