Open Rank Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) Physician

The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine at the University of South Florida is the top-ranked medical school in Florida and has been named to the highest tier of medical schools in the nation according toU.S. News & World Report. The Morsani College of Medicines Tier 1 status is a testament to its world-class research and educational programs reflecting USFs continuous growth and rapid rise in the national rankings. Over the past decade spanning from fiscal year 2014 to 2024 the college has experienced a remarkable 158% increase in research funding from the National Institutes of Health and a 212% increase in total research funding. This achievement also builds upon USFs standing as a leading national research institution. The university attained a record-breaking$738 million in research fundingfor fiscal year 2024. USF also recently reached a historical milestone by becoming the first public university in Florida in 40 years to beinvited to join the prestigious Association of American Universities a group of the top 3% of universities in the U.S. and Canada.

In partnership with Tampa General Hospital the USF Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is proud to be ranked#5in the nation and#1in Florida a reflection of our leadership in clinical care education and innovation.

Position Summary

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of South Florida (USF) seeks a board-certified or board-eligible physician in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) for a joint clinical and academic appointment with Shady Grove Fertility (SGF) Tampa Bay. The successful candidate will provide exceptional evidence-based reproductive clinical care and surgery contribute to the advancement of research and education in the field and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a high-volume academic medical center.

This role offers a unique opportunity to integrate clinical practice with academic responsibilities including teaching research and scholarly activities. The ideal candidate will be committed to excellence in patient care medical education and academic productivity.

The primary focus of the REI will be the clinical care of fertility patients at SGF Tampa Bay locations performance of reproductive surgeries at USF/TGH supervision and teaching of REI fellows ob-gyn residents and medical students and conducting of clinical research.

The USF Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is home to four ACGME-accredited fellowship programs FPMRS Maternal-Fetal Medicine Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility as well as a highly regarded OB/GYN residency program with 7 trainees per year. The department fosters a strong academic community dedicated to advancing womens health through excellence in clinical care education and research.

Appointment Type: Full-Time Joint Clinical and Academic employment with Shady Grove Fertility Tampa Bay
Location: USF Health Tampa Campus and Shady Grove Fertility Tampa Bay

Responsibilities:

Clinical:

• Provide comprehensive care in reproductive endocrinology and infertility including:
  • Fertility evaluations and treatments (e.g. IUI IVF ovulation induction)
  • Endocrine disorders affecting reproduction
  • Fertility preservation and third-party reproduction
  • Reproductive surgery (minimally invasive hysteroscopic laparoscopic) at Tampa General Hospital
• Participate in outpatient clinics surgical procedures and on-call coverage as needed
• Collaborate with nursing embryology and allied health staff to ensure high-quality patient outcomes
• Support expansion of clinical programs including innovations in ART fertility preservation LGBTQ family-building etc.

Academic Responsibilities:

Teaching:

• Educate and mentor medical students residents and fellows
• Lead or participate in didactic sessions journal clubs and grand rounds
• Serve as a preceptor in clinical rotations

Research and Scholarly Activity:

• Participate in or lead clinical translational or basic science research aligned with REI
• Seek external funding and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals
• Present at regional and national conferences

Administration and Leadership:

• Participate in departmental college and university service.
• Represent the department as appropriate in institutional initiatives and external professional activities.

Required:

• MD MD/Ph.D. or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Associate or Full Professor with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching academic research and service.
• For Associate/Full Professor - Normally will have produced creative work professional writing or research in referred and other professional journals and be recognized authority in the field of REI.
• Must hold or be eligible for a full unrestricted Florida Medical License or foreign equivalent required. To perform this position the candidate will need to obtain and maintain a full unrestricted FL Medical License maintain credentials in the USF Health faculty practice plan and be a medical staff member in good standing at the hospitals he/she is assigned to perform clinical duties.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology and REI.
• Demonstrated excellence in clinical care and commitment to patient-centered practice.

Preferred:

• Academic teaching and research experience
• Record of scholarly publication or research funding
• Interest in leadership program development or innovation in reproductive medicine