Assistant Professor

MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 407,000 - 507,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston seeks a full-time Assistant Professor in the Department of Colon and Rectal Surgery to develop translational and clinical research programs with a focus on robotics and minimally invasive colorectal cancer care.

The successful candidate will lead clinical and translational research, pursue clinical trials and outcomes studies, contribute to teaching, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to advance standards of care and improve

Qualifications

• MD with board eligibility or board certification in General Surgery and Colon and Rectal Surgery or CGSO.
• 5 years post clinical degree with clinician, clinical scientist or GME trainee.
• Leadership experience as head of safety, operational medical director, or medical lead within a hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovative clinical and translational research programs in colorectal cancer.
• Develop clinical trials and outcomes research to improve treatment effectiveness and standards of care.
• Engage in teaching and mentoring of students, residents and fellows.
• Present findings at major conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals.

Skills

Robotics surgery

Minimally invasive surgery

Clinical research

Leadership

Education

MD degree

Board certification in General Surgery and Colon & Rectal Surgery or CGSO

Job description

The Department of Colon and Rectal Surgery at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking candidates who are interested in a full-time faculty position at the academic rank of Assistant Professor. The primary purpose of this role is to develop a translational and clinical research programs by improving cancer care, outcomes, and recovery times with a concentration on robotics surgery technologies. This position offers the opportunity for professional growth and development by joining an active group of clinicians, physician scientists, basic and translational investigators.

The successful candidate will lead and collaborate in clinical and translational research focused on advancing robotic and minimally invasive approaches to colorectal cancer treatment. Research effortsto seek to improve patient survival, reduce cancer related morbidity, decrease postoperative complication and healthcare-associated infections and enhance quality of life. The results of this work are expected to contribute to evidence-based improvements in cancer care. The faculty member will have access to the Department of Colon and Rectal Surgery’s substantial patient resources, core facilities, animal facilities and educational training programs.

Responsibilities will include research, clinical care, and teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and lead innovative clinical and translational research programs in colorectal cancer, including clinical trials and outcomes research designed to improve treatment effectiveness, reduce disease burden and advance standards of care for patients. The ability to "bridge" the gap between laboratory findings and bedside applications. A strong publication record and the ability to present findings at major conferences (e.g., ASCRS, ACS).

Applicants must have or be eligible for medical licensure in Texas and must possess an M.D. with board eligibility or board certification in General Surgery and either Colon and Rectal Surgery or Complex General Surgical Oncology. Has 5 years post clinical degree with any combination of time as a: clinician, clinical scientist or GME trainee. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership experience as a head of safety, operational medical director, or medical lead within a hospital environment.

The salary range for this position is $406,729-$507,244

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws, unless such distinction is required by law. All positions at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center are security sensitive and subject to examination of criminal history record information. Smoke-free and drug-free environment.