Assistant Professor, Clinical Faculty Appointment (CFA) - Plastic Surgery
About the role
The Department of Plastic Surgery at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is recruiting a new assistant professor to join its ranks of highly skilled faculty. This faculty position will provide clinical expertise in reconstructive, plastic, and microvascular surgery for cancer patients in both the Texas Medical Center and the Houston Area Locations. The incumbent must engage in academic research (clinical, translational, and/or basic science) and actively teach fellows, residents, and other trainees in Plastic Surgery.
Responsibilities
- Engage in academic research (clinical, translational, and/or basic science)
- Actively teach fellows, residents, and other trainees in Plastic Surgery
- Provide clinical expertise in reconstructive, plastic, and microvascular surgery for cancer patients in both the Texas Medical Center and the Houston Area Locations
Requirements
- Graduated from an accredited medical school with an M.D. or equivalent
- Completed a residency training program in plastic surgery
- Board-eligible or board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Eligible for licensure in Texas
Qualifications
Candidates are required to have significant exposure to or experience in complex reconstruction and microsurgery. The ideal candidate will be collaborative, possess the utmost integrity and be a strong team player to ensure success and growth within the department. Candidates who have completed a formal microsurgery fellowship are strongly preferred.
Benefits
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
Pay
This position does not specify a salary range.
Schedule
This position does not specify a work schedule.
Skills
The ideal candidate will have significant exposure to or experience in complex reconstruction and microsurgery. They should also be collaborative, possess the utmost integrity, and be a strong team player.
Benefits
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
Contact Information
To apply, interested applicants should send a letter of interest and curriculum vitae addressed to the Chair, Dr. Peirong Yu.
Additional Information
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.