Job Description

Job Overview
As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Surgery is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff.



Two (2) full-time Clinical Instructor positions are available in the Department of Surgery, Division of General Surgery at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. These positions will support the University’s mission and commitment to excellence in our students, faculty, staff and all our activities. These positions will be a one-year fellowship position, focusing on trauma, acute care, and critical care surgery.

Essential Functions
Perform clinical duties in surgical critical care, trauma, and emergency general surgery, under the supervision of attending surgeons.
Alongside and under the supervision of attending surgeons, will assist in the clinical education of medical students, residents, and fellows that rotate on the clinical services of the division of general surgery.
Attend departmental and divisional meetings as relevant, to include participation in grand rounds and morbidity and mortality (M&M) review, SICU M and M, and trauma PI meetings.
Minimum Requirements
Ohio Medical License
Medical Degree (MD/DO)
Completion of 5-year residency in Surgery
Completion of a 1-year ACGME accredited fellowship in surgical critical care
Board certification in Surgery
Board eligibility or certification in Surgical Critical Care


Physical Requirements/Work Environment
Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.


Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:



Salary Information:



Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.



Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.



Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents



Additional Benefits Include:

Competitive salary based on experience
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
Professional development & mentorship opportunities