Breast Surgical Oncologist - Assistant Professor/DOQ - Clinical Track

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed institution is seeking a Breast Surgical Oncologist to join their dedicated team. This role emphasizes clinical trials and translational research, aligning with the academic mission. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead quality improvement initiatives and develop clinical programs. Candidates are encouraged to demonstrate their commitment to fostering diversity and improving healthcare access for underrepresented groups. This position offers a collaborative environment where your contributions can significantly impact patient care and medical education.

Qualifications

• Completion of a fellowship in breast surgery is essential.
• Candidates should have a strong commitment to clinical trials.

Responsibilities

• Assume leadership roles and contribute to clinical program development.
• Drive quality improvement in the surgical oncology division.

Skills

Breast Surgery Fellowship

Clinical Trials

Translational Research

Leadership Skills

Spanish Language Skills

Education

MD or equivalent degree

Job description

Breast Surgical Oncologist - Assistant Professor/DOQ - Clinical Track

The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

Position Information

Position/Rank: Breast Surgical Oncologist - Assistant Professor/DOQ - Clinical Track

Department: 02444 - ONCOLOGY DIVISION

City: Salt Lake City, UT

New Position to Begin: October 2025

Details:

The Division of Surgical Oncology in the Department of Surgery at the University of Utah’s Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, in partnership with the Huntsman Cancer Institute, is seeking a Breast Surgical Oncologist to join our esteemed team. Candidates of any rank will be considered, provided they have completed a fellowship in breast surgery. A strong commitment to clinical trials and translational research, in alignment with our academic mission, is essential. We prefer candidates on the clinical track who demonstrate a keen interest in clinical professional development. Additionally, the successful candidate should be enthusiastic about assuming leadership roles, driving quality improvement, and contributing to clinical program development. While Spanish language skills are preferred, they are not required.

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information:

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.

Special Instructions for Candidates:

Open Date: 03/03/2025

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Requisition Number: PRN03787F

Type: Faculty

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Are you Board Certified in General Surgery?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have an MD or equivalent degree?

  (Open Ended Question)

• Have you ever had a license or privileges denied, restricted, limited, suspended, or revoked?
  • Yes
  • No
• Have you ever been permitted to resign or surrender your license or privileges while under investigation or while any action was pending against you?
  • Yes
  • No
• Are you currently under investigation or is any disciplinary action pending against you?
  • Yes
  • No
• Is any action related to your conduct or patient care pending against you at any hospital or health care facility?
  • Yes
  • No
• Have you ever had a controlled substances registration denied, restricted, suspended, or revoked in any way? Is any such action pending?
  • Yes
  • No
• Have you ever been terminated from a position because of drug or alcohol use or abuse?
  • Yes
  • No
• Have you ever been convicted or pleaded guilty or no contest for any felony? Is any such action pending?
  • Yes
  • No
• One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents:

• Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
• Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only