Academic Trauma Surgeon: Critical Care, Teaching & Research

Banner University Medical Group; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Time

Malpractice coverage

CME Allowance

Health Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Well‑Being programs

Job summary

Banner University Medical Group in Tucson invites fellowship‑trained trauma/acute care surgeons to apply for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. We seek individuals with strong academic track records and a commitment to patient care, education, and scholarly activity.

The role offers teaching responsibilities, research collaboration, and leadership development within a supportive academic division serving southern Arizona.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent degree; eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in Arizona.
• Board certified or board eligible in General Surgery.
• Fellowship training in Surgical Critical Care and/or Acute Care/Trauma Surgery.
• Evidence of teaching ability and scholarly activity.
• Peer‑reviewed publications and active professional society membership.
• ATLS instructor qualification or willingness to obtain it.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse patients, students, trainees and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to trauma and emergency general surgery patients across care continuum.
• Staff the surgical ICU and participate in trauma/EGS call with coverage as needed.
• Publish in peer‑reviewed journals and present at meetings.
• Pursue intramural/extramural research funding aligned with academic focus.
• Mentor junior faculty, fellows, and residents in research design and career development.
• Teach and mentor medical students and residents; serve as ATLS instructor.

Skills

ATLS instructor

Teaching ability

Leadership experience

Research mentorship

Education

MD/DO or equivalent degree

Fellowship in Surgical Critical Care/Trauma

Board certification or eligibility in General Surgery

Job description

Trauma Acute Care Surgeon Opening with the University of Arizona (Tucson, AZ)

Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson | Banner – University Medical Center Tucson

The Department of Surgery, Division of Trauma, Critical Care, Burn and Emergency Surgery at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson invites applications from fellowship-trained surgeons for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. Rank and track will be commensurate with the successful candidate's clinical experience and scholarly record.

The Division provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary surgical and critical care to trauma, burn, and emergency general surgery patients across southern Arizona, serving as a regional referral center for a large and clinically complex catchment area. We are seeking a colleague who will contribute meaningfully to all three of the Division's missions — outstanding patient care, the education of the next generation of surgeons, and the advancement of the field through scholarship.

This is an academic position. Scholarly productivity is highly desired and supported with mentorship and institutional research infrastructure appropriate to the candidate's rank and academic focus.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, high-quality care to trauma and emergency general surgery patients across the continuum of care
• Staff the surgical intensive care unit
• Participate in equitable in-house trauma and emergency general surgery call, taken concurrently, with backup call coverage as needed
• Opportunity to develop and maintain an elective surgical practice aligned with divisional and institutional priorities is optional

Academic and Scholarly Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to establish, extend, and sustain a program of scholarship. Areas of focus may include clinical outcomes research, translational or basic science investigation, health services and injury prevention research, educational scholarship, or quality improvement and program development.

• Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at regional and national scientific meetings
• Pursue intramural and extramural research funding appropriate to academic focus and career stage
• Maintain active membership and pursue leadership roles in national professional societies (AAST, EAST, ACS Committee on Trauma, SCCM, ABA, and others)
• Contribute to the Division's clinical research and quality improvement infrastructure, including participation in multicenter trials and registry-based studies
• Collaborate across the University of Arizona Health Sciences, including opportunities to engage with investigators in engineering, public health, pharmacy, and the basic sciences
• Senior candidates: provide mentorship to junior faculty, fellows, and residents in research design, manuscript development, and academic career progression

Educational Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor medical students, general surgery residents, and surgical critical care fellows in both clinical and didactic settings
• Serve as an ATLS instructor
• Provide leadership in medical student, resident, or fellowship education commensurate with rank and experience
• Support faculty development and mentorship within the Division

Leadership Opportunities
Depending on experience and interest, the position may include formal programmatic leadership within the Division. We are actively interested in candidates positioned to grow into divisional and departmental leadership position.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD, DO, or equivalent degree; eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Arizona
• Board certified or board eligible in General Surgery
• Fellowship training in Surgical Critical Care and/or Acute Care/Trauma Surgery
• Evidence of clinical and didactic teaching ability
• A record of peer-reviewed publication and active professional society membership, commensurate with career stage
• ATLS instructor qualification, or eligibility and willingness to obtain it
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a wide range of patients, students, trainees, and colleagues

Desired Qualifications

• An established or clearly emerging program of scholarship with a defined thematic focus
• History of extramural or intramural research funding, or a demonstrable trajectory toward it
• Experience mentoring students, residents, fellows, or junior faculty in scholarly work
• Leadership experience in education, quality improvement, or program development

Main Location: Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, 1625 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85719

Banner Benefits
At Banner, your benefits package is about your well-being. We design your benefits with you in mind. We listen to what you have to say, offer a wide variety of competitive benefits to give you peace of mind, and provide additional tools and resources to support you.

• Paid Sick Time, Malpractice, and CME Allowance
• Legal, Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Pet, Auto, and Home Insurance included in Voluntary Benefit Options
• Adoption Assistance, Fertility Benefits, and Parental Leave Support
• Resources available for pet care, childcare, elder care, housekeeping, and tutoring
• 24/7 Confidential Mental Health Support, plus coordination of child and elder care
• Well-Being Program, including healthy-habit building, fitness challenges, nutrition guides, on-demand webinars, sleep guides, mindfulness, and more!
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Financial wellness resources, including retirement plans with matching or 401b deferred options, employee perks, and discounts

Why Tucson?
The University of Arizona is a member of the Association of American Universities and the state's flagship research institution, offering the collaborative breadth of a major research university alongside the clinical volume and acuity of a regional referral center. The peacefully blooming community of Tucson, Arizona is nestled within surrounding mountain views and the lush Sonoran Desert. With 350+ days of annual sunshine, it is easy to soak some sunny Vitamin D with championship golf courses, scenic hiking, cycling-friendly community, horseback riding, and daytrip fishing or kayaking. Selfcare enrichment abounds in refreshing spa resorts, art galleries, enriching culture and entertainment. Tucson is also designated a UNESCO City of Gastronomy with many exciting culinary adventures in our restaurant scene. With a population slightly over 0.5 million, Tucson is a growing city with a college town feel that continues to boast an attractive cost of luxury living to enjoy with those you love most!

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As an equal opportunity employer, Banner Health values culture and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. Banner Health is an EEO Employer.

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