Open Rank Breast Surgeon

University of South Florida in; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Florida invites applications for an Open Rank Breast Surgeon to join the Division of Surgical Oncology. The position is a full-time faculty appointment with attending staff privileges at Tampa General Hospital and affiliates.

The candidate must be BC/BE in General Surgery and eligible for medical licensure in Florida, with a strong record in teaching, research, and service. The role requires leadership in multidisciplinary breast care and supervision of residents and fellows.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board certification/eligibility in General Surgery.
• Eligible for medical licensure in Florida and able to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in breast surgical oncology, including patient care and program development.
• Collaborate with medical and radiation oncology teams to deliver multidisciplinary care.
• Supervise and mentor surgical residents and fellows; contribute to education and scholarly activity.

Skills

Clinical collaboration

Teaching residents

Multidisciplinary care

Education

MD or DO

Board Certified/Board Eligible General Surgery

Florida medical licensure eligibility

Job description

Open Rank Breast Surgeon (Finance)

The University of South Florida (USF) Department of Surgery and Tampa General Hospital (TGH) is seeking a breast surgical oncologist to join the Division of Surgical Oncology. This is a full‑time faculty appointment that carries with it attending staff privileges at Tampa General Hospital (TGH) and affiliated hospitals.

TGH is a level 1 trauma center that serves as a tertiary care facility serving south central and west Florida. The successful candidate must be a BC/BE General Surgeon; be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Florida; and eligible to work in the United States. USF and affiliates partner to sponsor a nationally recognized General Surgery residency program.

Medical degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. For Associate/Full Professor Normally will have produced creative work, professional writing or research in refereed and other professional journals and be a recognized authority in the field of specialization. Must have current, unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Florida or be eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Florida.

Candidate must be Board Certified in General Surgery or Board Eligible in General Surgery.

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities.

Our first‑class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top‑ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota‑Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all‑time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

Candidates must be experienced surgeons in breast surgery with extensive knowledge and experience in clinical trials, demonstrated excellence in clinical care of patients with breast diseases, both benign and malignant.

This role will require significant interaction with a multidisciplinary team of individuals, including medical and radiation oncology faculty. Actively participate in didactic education of multiple learners including residents, fellows, and medical students. Supervise, mentor, and train surgical residents and fellows.