University of Cincinnati Reconstructive Microsurgeon, Assistant / Associate Professor

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission for self and depend;

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plans (OPERS/STRS/ARP)

Job summary

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine seeks a reconstructive microsurgeon to join the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery as a full-time faculty member (Assistant/Associate Professor). The position supports resident education, clinical service, and research in a thriving academic health system in Cincinnati, OH.

The division emphasizes breast, extremity, and trunk reconstruction with opportunities for clinical and translational research and collaboration with Surgical Oncology.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree required.
• Board eligible or Board certified in Plastic Surgery.
• Unrestricted licensure in the state of Ohio.
• Completion of a 1-year Microvascular fellowship/training.

Responsibilities

• Resident and medical student education.
• Teaching conferences and didactics.
• Ambulatory clinics and operative care.
• Opportunities for clinical and translational research.

Education

MD/DO

Board Eligible or Board Certified in Plastic Surgery

Unrestricted Ohio medical license

Microvascular fellowship/training

Job description

University of Cincinnati Reconstructive Microsurgeon, Assistant / Associate Professor Job Description Job Alerts Link Job Title: University of Cincinnati Reconstructive Microsurgeon, Assistant / Associate Professor Posting Start Date: 8/11/26 Work Arrangement: Onsite

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

Faculty rank and compensation will be based on experience and academic credentials.

Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.” UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu .

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

Job Overview

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine has a longstanding reputation for excellence in medical education, research, and patient care, and for training best-in-class health care professionals through cutting-edge procedures and research that improve the health and clinical care of patients. The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine is seeking a full‑time faculty physician to join a well-balanced, multispecialty group of providers.

As part of UC Health, our Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery serves a broad population and is the sole academic health system in the southwestern Ohio region, including patients from northern Kentucky, eastern Indiana, and southern Ohio. University of Cincinnati Medical Center offers Quaternary Care and is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in our region. The Division invites applications for a full‑time academic microsurgeon/plastic surgeon with an anticipated start date of Fall 2027.

The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery has a distinguished history dating back to 1974, when it was founded by Henry W. Neale, MD. The Division celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2024 and continues to expand under the leadership of Sonu A. Jain, MD, FACS, Division Chief.

The Division is recruiting a talented microsurgeon to join a growing faculty and a collaborative working environment, with interest in serving a multidimensional and underserved patient population. The University of Cincinnati also has a strong and growing Division of Surgical Oncology, and the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is committed to supporting this expanding area, particularly through breast reconstruction. Clinical areas to focus on:

• Breast reconstruction
• Extremity reconstruction and limb salvage
• Trunk reconstruction

Other areas of Plastic Surgery can be included, depending on faculty interest.

Final faculty rank and title will be commensurate with experience.

Essential Functions

The successful candidate will participate in the Division’s academic mission, including:

• Resident and medical student education
• Teaching conferences and didactics
• Ambulatory clinics and operative care
• Opportunities for clinical and translational research
  Minimum Requirements
  • Medical Degree (MD/DO)
  • Board Eligible or Board Certified in Plastic Surgery
  • Unrestricted licensure in the state of Ohio.
  • Completion of a 1-year Microvascular fellowship/training.
  Additional Information

  For additional information, please contact Sonu A. Jain MD FACS, Plastic Surgery Division Chief, at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone].

  Compensation and Benefits

  UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

  Salary Information:

  Comprehensive Tuition Remission

  UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

  Robust Retirement Plans

  As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

  Real Work-Life Balance

  UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time‑off policy, including:

  Vacation and sick time

  11 paid holidays and additional end‑of‑year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

  6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

  Additional Benefits Include:

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
  • Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
  • Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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