Thoracic Surgeon Educator & Innovator (Asst/Assoc Prof)

Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 450,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid medical/sick and parental leave

Tuition benefits

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement savings options

Wellness programs

Job summary

Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine seeks a full-time non-tenure-eligible Clinician-Educator at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The role focuses on leading thoracic surgical care within a high-volume, multidisciplinary academic program and engaging in translational research.

The position emphasizes collaboration with premier programs in lung transplantation, robotic surgery, and advanced thoracic oncology, with opportunities in education and mentoring within the

Qualifications

• Completed an ACGME-accredited Thoracic Surgery fellowship or residency.
• Board-eligible or board-certified in Thoracic Surgery.
• Eligibility for licensure in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive thoracic surgical care as part of a high-volume, multidisciplinary academic program with a regional and national referral base.
• Engage in innovative clinical programs, translational research, and multidisciplinary care models aligned with the Institute's mission to redefine care for patients with complex thoracic conditions.
• Collaborate with and participate in premier programs in lung transplantation, advanced thoracic oncology, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, and lung failure/ECMO.
• Serve as a key member of a collaborative faculty group within an institution committed to excellence in clinical care, research, education, and innovation.
• Participate in academic programs of the Feinberg School of Medicine, including educational programs (didactic teaching, resident training, preceptorship, and mentoring) or research programs

Education

ACGME Thoracic Surgery fellowship/residency

Job description

Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine seeks a full-time non-tenure-eligible Clinician-Educator at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The role focuses on leading thoracic surgical care within a high-volume, multidisciplinary academic program and engaging in translational research.

The position emphasizes collaboration with premier programs in lung transplantation, robotic surgery, and advanced thoracic oncology, with opportunities in education and mentoring within the