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University of Missouri School of Medicine & MU Health Care

Academic Thoracic Surgery

University of Missouri School of Medicine & MU Health Care, Columbia, Missouri, United States, 65201


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 SurgeonsAll aspects of general thoracic surgery are included, both benign and malignantThe thoracic surgery program is supported by a DaVinci Xi robot, 14 pulmonary/critical care physicians and a well-established Multi-Disciplinary Tumor BoardOpportunities 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 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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We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

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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