Pediatric Surgeon

Pediatric Surgeon

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The University of Missouri Department of Surgery is seeking a dynamic candidate to further expand the Division of Pediatric Surgery to align with significant clinical growth and completion of a new Women’s and Children’s Hospital opening in 2024.  A Comprehensive Maternal Fetal Care Center is under development through a unique partnership between the Departments of OB and Surgery and will further enhance the opportunities for patients in Central Missouri.  Well established multidisciplinary clinics including Fetal Counselling, Chest Wall Malformation,  Vascular Malformation, Motility Clinic and an Aerodigestive Care provide unique opportunities for multidisciplinary surgical care.

Qualifications & Job Details: 

• BC/BE in Pediatric Surgery (For the purposes of this application, board-certified/board eligible are considered experienced.)
• Teaching and funded research are highly encouraged and well supported through the Department and the MU NextGen precision health center. 
• The Division boasts a broad based Pediatric Surgical practice including: 
  • Neonatal
  • Colorectal
  • Transplant
  • Oncology
  • Robotic
  • Single incision/ minimally invasive
  • Laparoscopic and Thoracoscopic surgery

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Subspecialty training in pediatric surgery is highly desired.
• A passion for resident and medical student education.

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 culture, activities, and resources. Our community is energetic and engaged, packed with restaurants and entertainment venues, and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at U.M. System Total Rewards Benefits

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In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.

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