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Position Information
Position/Rank Colon and Rectal Surgeon - Assistant or Associate Professor, Clinical Track
Department 02444 - ONCOLOGY DIVISION
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin September 2026
Details
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.
Highlights:
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
Requirements:
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
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
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.
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Notice
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Special Instructions for Candidates
Open Date 12/17/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN03979F
Type Faculty
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Worksite address
salt lake city, UT, 84193, US
Who can apply
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