Assistant Professor of Surgery

Posting Summary Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor of Surgery. The successful candidate will join an established group of nationally known surgeons. Our current staff of 5 cardiac surgeons performs approximately 2,000 cardiac surgical procedures annually. The position supports the work of primary surgeons, procurement coverage, and acute care needs. The appointee will participate in the full spectrum of a cardiac surgical practice and has the opportunity to acquire skills in advanced techniques including minimally invasive valve surgery, valve repair; aortic surgery; transplantation and mechanical support; robotics; and catheter-based approaches to aortic disease and valvular repair/replacement. Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must 1) have a medical doctorate or equivalent, 2) hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of New Jersey, and 3) have completed an accredited fellowship or equivalent training in cardiac surgery. The candidate would be expected to meet requirements for an appointment as an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Department of Surgery and will be compensated commensurately. This practice will be exclusively based at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH). Responsibilities Support primary surgeons and provide procurement coverage and acute care support. Participate in the full spectrum of cardiac surgical practice. Acquire and apply advanced techniques in minimally invasive valve surgery, valve repair, aortic surgery, transplantation, mechanical support, robotics, and catheter-based approaches to aortic disease and valvular repair/replacement. Qualifications Medical degree (MD, DO) or equivalent. Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of New Jersey. Completion of an accredited fellowship or equivalent training in cardiac surgery. Proficiency in performing cardiac surgical procedures and related advanced techniques. Benefits Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage. Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs. Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options. Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable). Life insurance coverage. Employee discount programs. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, or any other category protected by law. For additional information please see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at the provided web address. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rutgers University