Academic Thoracic Surgery

The Department of Surgery is seeking a dynamic candidate to further expand the Section of Thoracic Surgery in the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery. The Division has a long history of excellence providing care for cancer patients at Ellis Fischel Cancer Center, the longest standing cancer center west of the Mississippi.

MU Health Care strongly supports the growth and development of general thoracic surgery in both general and cancer surgery, through sustained and significant investment in multidisciplinary cancer care, surgical care of cancer disease of the chest, clinical trials, and translational research. Robust clinical, outcomes and basic science research platforms provide excellent opportunities for academic growth.

Practice Highlights:

• Join our team with another Thoracic Surgeon, dedicated Thoracic APP, 2 Cardiac Surgeons and 4 Vascular Surgeons
• All aspects of general thoracic surgery are included, both benign and malignant
• The thoracic surgery program is supported by a DaVinci Xi robot, 14 pulmonary/critical care physicians and a well-established Multi-Disciplinary Tumor Board
• Opportunities to support a physically connected VA thoracic program

Minimum Qualifications:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Thoracic Surgery

Candidates will be evaluated on:

• Minimally invasive and/or robotic thoracic surgery and clinical experience in a significant spectrum of malignant and benign non-cardiac thoracic surgery of the chest, mediastinum and foregut.
• A strong interest in medical student, general surgery resident and fellowship training.

Employees of the University of Missouri and University of Missouri Healthcare are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

Our Community

Columbia is rated by Forbes magazine as the fifth best small city for business and careers in America and is consistently rated a top place to live by Money Magazine, boasting a low cost of living, a vibrant community, and nationally renowned public schools. Columbia is an ideal college town that combines small-town comforts, and community spirit, with big-city feel, activities, and resources. Our community is energetic and engaged, packed with restaurants and entertainment venues, and hosts more than a dozen annual festivals.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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