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

Baylor-College-of-Medicin; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 300,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine seeks candidates for Assistant or Associate Professor in the David J. Sugarbaker Division of Thoracic Surgery, located in Houston, TX. The role emphasizes clinical excellence, research, and education within a busy, collaborative division.

Candidates should be board-certified in Thoracic Surgery and eligible for Texas licensure, with a strong commitment to teaching and scholarly activity across Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center and affiliated sites.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Thoracic Surgery by the American Board.
• Eligible for full Texas medical licensure.
• Tenure track or academic appointment may vary by qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Participate in clinical, research, and educational programs.
• Lead and contribute to thoracic surgery research and innovation.
• Educate residents and fellows in thoracic surgery.
• Provide patient care at BCM affiliated hospitals and clinics.
• Engage in departmental and division activities to advance the program.

Skills

Thoracic surgery expertise

Clinical excellence

Research & scholarship

Teaching & mentorship

Education

Board Certified in Thoracic Surgery

Job description

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

Division: Surgery

Work Arrangement: Location: Houston, TX Salary Range: FLSA Status: Exempt Work Schedule:

Baylor College of Medicine

Baylor ( www.bcm.edu ) is recognized as one of the nation’s premier academic health science centers and is known for excellence in education, research, and healthcare and community service. Located in the heart of the world's largest medical center ( Texas Medical Center ),Baylor is affiliated with multiple educational, healthcare and research affiliates ( Baylor Affiliates ).

Summary

The Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery (department) at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) seeks exceptional candidates at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (tenure) to serve in the David J. Sugarbaker Division of Thoracic Surgery (division) at the Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center (BSLMC), the cornerstone adult hospital affiliate of Baylor College of Medicine within the Texas 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 Division has a robust clinical program working across the Texas Medical Center and at Baylor-affiliated institutions including Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Dan L. Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center, Texas Heart Institute, the Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Ben Taub Hospital, and Texas Children’s Hospital.

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. The Division’s NIH funded laboratories are at the forefront of thoracic oncology research and innovation and represent an excellent opportunity for the candidate to further their development as a surgeon-scientist.

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 (BSLMC) 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 (BSLMC) and other affiliated hospitals, as needed.
• Grow the thoracic surgery division through participation in clinical, research, and education efforts.
• Participation in cardiothoracic transplantation is optional.
• Maintain an interest and course of professional growth through completion of continuing medical education requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

The candidate must be certified or board eligible by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and qualify for full and unrestricted medical licensure in the state of Texas. Rank and tenure status are commensurate upon qualifications.

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

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty, and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.