Assistant Professor of Clinical - Surgery, Surgical Oncology

The Division of Surgical Oncology at the University of Miami, Leonard Miller School of Medicine is seeking a fellowship-trained surgeon to join our surgical team.  We have a strong multidisciplinary group that works to provide high quality clinical care and access to cutting edge clinical trials.  The Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center is the only NCI-designated cancer center in South Florida and is focused on innovation in cancer care.  The candidate will work closely with the Chief of Surgical Oncology to continue to support the gastrointestinal cancer service line.  

Applicants should have a strong commitment to patient care and education and an interest in clinical research.  Bachelor's degree in pre-medicine or related field, followed by 4 years in medical school and additional residency and fellowship specialty training. 

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  Eligible candidates must be board certified in surgery, be able to obtain and maintain a valid DEA Registration and Florida Medical License, and an ACGME approved surgical oncology fellowship.  

The Division of Surgical Oncology at the University of Miami, Leonard Miller School of Medicine is seeking a fellowship-trained surgeon to join our surgical team.  We have a strong multidisciplinary group that works to provide high quality clinical care and access to cutting edge clinical trials.  The Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center is the only NCI-designated cancer center in South Florida and is focused on innovation in cancer care.  The candidate will work closely with the Chief of Surgical Oncology to continue to support the oncology service line.  

The position is for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Surgery. Job responsibilities include participation in clinical, research and educational activities as they relate to the Division of Surgical Oncology and the Department of Surgery with a special emphasis on leading and growing our nationally recognized HIPEC program. The candidate will be responsible for delivering care of Surgical Oncology patients at the University of Miami Hospital, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and Jackson Memorial Hospital. In collaboration with the Division Chief, the applicant will be part of implementing the Division's strategic plan which sets forth clinical, financial, educational and research divisional objectives to support and complement the mission statement of the Department, the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and the affiliated Hospitals. He/she will be expected to participate in all divisional activities, perform patient care activities for surgical oncology patients, develop an independent practice and become involved in teaching medical students, residents and fellows. 

Additionally, the candidate will also be responsible for pursuing research protocols and/or grants, secure independent funding and be an integral part of the academic enterprise in the Division of Surgical Oncology and at the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. The applicant will be expected to work collaboratively with other departments to help to grow the surgical oncology research program. 

He/She will demonstrate a caring attitude and be able to fulfill service responsibilities in the most cost effective, customer friendly manner. This individual must possess personal and professional integrity and the highest ethical standards that can be a model for faculty, staff, students and residents.  

• 3 – 5 years post fellowship clinical experience in the field of gastrointestinal surgical oncology preferred

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• Eligible candidates must be board certified in surgery, be able to obtain and maintain a valid DEA Registration and Florida Medical License, and an ACGME approved surgical oncology fellowship.  

• 3 – 5 years post fellowship clinical experience in the field of HIPEC preferred