Academic Thoracic Surgeon - Assistant / Associate Professor

AACTE Connect360; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical institution in Houston is seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor in the David J. Sugarbaker Division of Thoracic Surgery. The ideal candidate will have expertise in thoracic surgery and a commitment to clinical excellence, research, and teaching. Responsibilities include participating in clinical programs and collaborating with healthcare teams. The position requires certification by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and completion of an advanced fellowship. This is a full-time permanent role in a supportive academic environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess exceptional clinical skills in thoracic surgery.
• Certified and qualified for full medical licensure in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Participate in clinical, research, and educational programs.
• Render professional care in adherence to accepted standards.
• Conduct clinical activities at designated medical centers.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers for patient care management.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Strong interpersonal skills

Expertise in thoracic surgery

Research and educational program contribution

Education

Certification by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Advanced fellowship in thoracic surgery

Job description

Job Title: Assistant / Associate Professor, David J. Sugarbaker Division of Thoracic Surgery

Division: Surgery

Work Location: Houston, TX 77030

BCM Requisition ID: 24556

Earliest Start Date: July 6, 2026

Specialty: Thoracic Surgery

Hours: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Position Type: Permanent, Academic/Teaching

Summary

The Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine seeks exceptional candidates at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (tenure) to serve in the David J. Sugarbaker Division of Thoracic Surgery at both the McNair Campus and Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center.

The successful candidate will join a busy team of thoracic surgeons and will exhibit a commitment to clinical excellence, research, innovation, teaching, and collaborative practices. The applicant should possess exceptional clinical skills and expertise in thoracic surgery, have strong interpersonal skills, and have a keen interest in contributing to our innovative research and educational program. The Division helps oversee a traditional thoracic surgery fellowship, an integrated thoracic surgery residency and specialty fellowships.

Job Duties

• Actively participate in department and division clinical, research, and educational programs.
• Support the implementation of evidence-based, state-of-the-art protocols and quality metrics for the service at BCM.
• Render professional care and services to patients in accordance with accepted standards of care for the thoracic surgery profession.
• Conduct clinical activities at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center and McNair campus.
• Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations.
• Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient.
• Prescribe appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
• Maintain records and write orders and progress notes in patient charts as to status, treatments, and procedures.
• Monitor and ensure accuracy of recording on patient medical records.
• Provide follow‑up health maintenance care to patients.
• Communicate with other physicians, patients, and their family members regarding matters concerning patient care.
• Collaborate with other providers and practice staff in identifying appropriate patients for care management.
• Provide call coverage as assigned for Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Texas Children’s Hospital, and other affiliated hospitals, as needed.
• Grow the thoracic surgery division through participation in clinical, research, and education efforts.
• Maintain an interest and course of professional growth through completion of continuing medical education requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

The candidate must be certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and qualify for full and unrestricted medical licensure in the state of Texas, have completed an advanced fellowship in thoracic surgery. Rank and tenure status are commensurate upon qualifications.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.