Cardiothoracic Surgeon and Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

University Of Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

The University Of Florida in Jacksonville is seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join the Heart and Vascular Center. Candidates must possess an MD/DO with board eligibility in cardiothoracic surgery and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include advanced surgical procedures, teaching, and engaging in research. The position demands proficiency in minimally invasive techniques and participation in on-call duties. The university offers a supportive environment conducive to academic excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of post-residency/fellowship experience.
• Demonstrated record of excellence in cardiothoracic surgical procedures.
• Experience in complex valvular surgery and robotic surgery.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of advanced/complex adult cardiac and thoracic surgery.
• Participate in an on-call schedule.
• Teach and conduct research.

Skills

Cardiothoracic surgery

Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)

Minimally invasive surgery

Aortic surgery including TEVAR

Teaching

Research

Education

MD/DO or equivalent degree

Board Certified or Board Eligibility in cardiothoracic surgery

Job description

Cardiothoracic Surgeon and Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

Job no: 539828

Work type: Multi-Track Faculty

Location: Jacksonville Campus

Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Medicine/Physicians

Department: 30140000 - JX-SURGERY-JACKSONVILLE

Classification Title: AST/ASO/FULL PROF

MD/DO or equivalent degree from accredited institution.
Board Certified or Board Eligibility in cardiothoracic surgery.
Eligible for or active Florida Medical License.

Job Description: The Department of Surgery and the Heart and Vascular Center at the University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville (UF COM‑J) is seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgeon. The successful candidate will receive an appointment at the tenure or non‑tenure accruing level of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor ranks. The candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of post‑residency/fellowship experience and be able to perform all aspects of advanced/complex adult cardiac and thoracic surgery. Proficiency in coronary artery bypass, valve surgery (open and minimally invasive), arrhythmia surgery, thoracic aortic surgery, thoracoscopic and robotic lung resection, and mediastinal surgery is required.

The position will academically report to the Chair of the Department of Surgery and operationally to the CT Surgery Director of the Heart and Vascular Center at UF COM‑J. Major responsibilities include patient care, teaching, and research. The successful candidate must participate in an on‑call schedule and be eligible for unrestricted licensure in the state of Florida.

Required Qualifications:
MD/DO or equivalent degree from an accredited institution;
Board Certified or Board Eligibility in cardiothoracic surgery;
Eligible for or active Florida Medical License;
Minimum of 5 years of post‑residency/fellowship experience;
Demonstrated record of excellence in cardiothoracic surgical procedures;
Experience in coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), aortic surgery including TEVAR, complex valvular surgery (including minimally invasive techniques), maze procedure for atrial fibrillation, TAVR, robotic surgery, minimally invasive surgery, ECMO/LVAD placement;
Demonstrated record in academic setting including education, scholarly productivity and program development.

Special Instructions to Applicants: The Search Committee will begin to review applications as they come in. Please provide a letter of intent and Curriculum Vitae. The final candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. Transcripts must be official and not display “Issued to Student.” Degrees earned outside the United States must be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by NACES.

Health Assessment Required: Yes

Advertised: 08 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled

The University of Florida is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit. The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.