Robotic Thoracic & Esophageal Surgeon (Academic)

UT Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 550,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a full-time thoracic and esophageal surgeon to expand a robotics-enabled thoracic oncology and foregut program in Austin and Central Texas. Board-certified or eligible candidates with commitment to minimally invasive and robotic surgery and multidisciplinary cancer care are encouraged to apply.

The role emphasizes collaboration within a high-growth academic environment, teaching medical students and residents, and contributing

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in thoracic surgery.
• Completion of ACGME-accredited thoracic training.
• Eligibility for Texas medical licensure.

Responsibilities

• Perform the full scope of general thoracic surgery with emphasis on robotic thoracic oncology and minimally invasive lung resections.
• Provide high-level perioperative management and inpatient thoracic care.
• Participate in on-call responsibilities and multidisciplinary oncology care.
• Engage in teaching and mentorship of medical students and residents.
• Develop partnerships and referral networks across Austin and Central Texas.

Skills

Minimally invasive thoracic surgery

Robotic thoracic surgery

Multidisciplinary oncology care

Teaching/mentorship

Education

MD or DO from accredited institution

ACGME thoracic training

Job description

Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a full-time thoracic and esophageal surgeon to expand a robotics-enabled thoracic oncology and foregut program in Austin and Central Texas. Board-certified or eligible candidates with commitment to minimally invasive and robotic surgery and multidisciplinary cancer care are encouraged to apply.

The role emphasizes collaboration within a high-growth academic environment, teaching medical students and residents, and contributing