Cardiothoracic Surgeon & Aortic Research Leader

ACHE; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 300,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Job summary

Stanford University in Palo Alto seeks an Assistant Professor in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery for the University Medical Line at the Palo Alto VA. The appointee will establish an active clinical practice in thoracic aortic and valvular surgery and contribute to resident and fellow education.

There will be opportunities to build an integrated research program in thoracic aortic diseases with basic science, translational, and engineering components, aiming for independent funding.

Qualifications

• Board-eligible or board-certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Residency-trained in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Commitment to teaching and the potential to meet teaching standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop an active clinical practice in thoracic aortic and valvular surgery.
• Act as a teacher for medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Develop a robust research program in thoracic aortic diseases with translational components.
• Occasional clinical coverage at Stanford main campus and affiliated sites.

Skills

Teaching

Clinical care

Research

Leadership

Education

CT Surgery residency

Board certification or eligibility in CT Surgery

Job description

Stanford University in Palo Alto seeks an Assistant Professor in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery for the University Medical Line at the Palo Alto VA. The appointee will establish an active clinical practice in thoracic aortic and valvular surgery and contribute to resident and fellow education.

There will be opportunities to build an integrated research program in thoracic aortic diseases with basic science, translational, and engineering components, aiming for independent funding.