This opportunity offers you a compensation and benefits package that goes beyond typical academic benchmarks, providing both financial security and professional recognition. Your base salary starts at $500,000, with an increase to $520,000 if you bring cardiac fellowship training—already positioning you above many academic compensation standards. On top of this foundation, annual incentive bonuses of $15,000–$20,000 further reward your contributions, while a $40,000 sign-on bonus and $10,000 relocation package ease your transition.
Your professional development and personal well-being are equally prioritized. With 56 total paid days off each year—including 21 days of annual leave, 12 sick days, 10 CME days with a $5,000 stipend, 1 education day, and 13 holidays—you’ll have the flexibility to recharge, travel, or deepen your expertise. Comprehensive benefits begin on day one, ensuring that you and your family enjoy peace of mind from the start.
Additional advantages, such as Georgia’s physician-friendly tort protections, tuition assistance across the University System of Georgia, and dedicated faculty development funds, highlight the institution’s investment in your career longevity.