Cardiothoracic - Robotic Cardiac Surgeon - Assistant Professor

About the role

The Medical College of Wisconsin is pleased to announce our search for a full-time Cardiac Robotic Surgeon faculty member in the Department of Surgery and the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery. Fellowship training in Cardiothoracic Surgery is required. Applicants must have an MD or equivalent degree and be Board Certified/Board Eligible by the American Board of Surgery. Academic Rank and compensation are dependent on qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a robotic-assisted minimally invasive cardiac surgery program.
• Perform advanced cardiac procedures, including robotic CABG and mitral valve repair.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to integrate robotic approaches into surgical practice.
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, fellows and colleagues interested.
• Participate in clinical research and program development advancing minimally invasive cardiac surgery.

Program Highlights

• The division comprises 10 adult cardiac surgeons, 3 thoracic surgeons, and 20 advanced practice providers.
• 14 perfusionists supported by a collaborative multidisciplinary team of cardiologists, anesthesiologists, cardiac intensivists, perfusionists, and APPs.
• The MCS/ECMO service is staffed with 24/7 in-house coverage utilizing both ECMO specialists and perfusionists.
• Opportunity to contribute to a well‑established, multidisciplinary shock and MCS program at a tertiary care academic medical center.
• Part of the Froedtert & MCW academic health system within Wisconsin’s largest and top-ranked teaching hospital.
• Collaborative environment, advanced surgical infrastructure, and opportunities in teaching, research, and academic advancement.

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD, DO, or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• State medical licensure, or eligibility to obtain license, in the state of Wisconsin.
• Formal training or clinical experience with robotic cardiac surgery is required.