Physician Dermatology - Competitive Salary
Company: Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Location: Nashville
Posted on: February 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description The Department of Dermatology at Vanderbilt
University Medical Center – a National Comprehensive Cancer Network
designated academic medical center – is seeking a board-certified
or board-eligible Dermatologist with clinical expertise in the
evaluation, diagnosis, and management of pigmented lesions and
melanoma. This is a full-time academic position with
responsibilities in patient care, teaching, and scholarly
activities. Candidates will join a multidisciplinary team
specializing in melanoma and skin cancer, collaborating closely
with experts in oncology, surgery, pathology, and basic science.
Key Responsibilities: - Provide outstanding clinical care focused
on the diagnosis and treatment of pigmented lesions, atypical nevi,
and melanoma. - Participate actively in multidisciplinary melanoma
and high-risk skin cancer clinics. - Teach and mentor medical
students and residents. - Contribute to departmental and
institutional service and leadership activities. - Pursue academic
scholarship Qualifications: - M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree. -
Board-certified or board-eligible in Dermatology. - Fellowship
training in Pigmented Lesions, Dermato-oncology, or related fields
preferred but not required. - Demonstrated clinical expertise in
the management of pigmented lesions, atypical nevi, and melanoma. -
Strong commitment to patient care, teaching, and academic
scholarship. - Eligibility for medical licensure in Tennessee
Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with dermoscopy, confocal
microscopy, or other non-invasive imaging techniques. - Record of
peer-reviewed research or scholarly productivity in dermatology or
melanoma. Compensation and Benefits: Competitive salary
commensurate with experience, comprehensive benefits package, and
protected time for academic activities. About the Department of
Dermatology The Department of Dermatology at VUMC is dedicated to
advancing dermatology through high-quality patient care,
groundbreaking research, and exceptional medical education. Our
team of physicians, researchers, and advanced practice providers
are experts in all aspects of skin health, including complex
medical dermatology, dermatopathology, pediatric dermatology,
procedural dermatology, and inpatient consultative dermatology. The
department is actively involved in innovative research, focusing on
understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms of skin
diseases, skin cancer epidemiology, and novel skin imaging
technologies. Our educational programs prioritize training future
dermatologists through robust learning experiences, formal
lectures, and clinical rotations Vanderbilt Health is committed to
fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive
and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity.
EOE/Vets/Disabled. International medical graduates seeking to apply
for available physician positions must be certified by the
Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), must
have passed the United States medical licensing examinations (USMLE
Step 1 and Step 2), must have completed a United States based
residency even if they have completed a residency or practiced
medicine in another country, and must be legally authorized to work
in the United States.
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