Academic Thoracic Surgery Physician (NTT)

Job Description 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. Ideal candidates will be board certified/eligible in thoracic surgery with added qualifications in 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. Successful candidates will have a strong interest in medical student, general surgery resident and fellowship training. Robust clinical, outcomes and basic science research platforms provide excellent opportunities for academic growth. Responsibilities Provide clinical care in general thoracic surgery, including cancer surgery of the chest, mediastinum, and foregut; participate in multidisciplinary cancer care teams. Contribute to education and training of medical students, general surgery residents, and fellowship trainees. Engage in clinical, outcomes, and basic science research activities and translational opportunities. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Thoracic Surgery. Application Materials Be prepared to upload a CV. 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 . 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr