Division Chief - Thoracic Surgery

Why Tufts Medicine?

The Division of Thoracic Surgery has a long tradition of excellence in the surgical treatment of thoracic and esophageal disease. Our program includes a highly successful minimally invasive and robotic thoracic surgery practice and is recognized for providing outstanding care to patients with complex benign and malignant thoracic conditions.

As Division Chief, you will have the opportunity to build upon this strong foundation by expanding clinical programs, strengthening regional partnerships, recruiting exceptional faculty, growing research initiatives, and shaping the future of thoracic surgery across Tufts Medicine.

Integrated Cancer Care

The Tufts Cancer Center is redefining cancer care through an integrated academic model that brings together four hospital-based cancer programs under a single mission. Combining the strengths of one academic medical center with three community cancer centers, we provide comprehensive cancer care across eastern Massachusetts through prevention, early diagnosis, innovative treatment, research, survivorship, and education.

Multidisciplinary Excellence

Our thoracic surgeons work collaboratively with specialists in Pulmonary Medicine, Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Gastroenterology, Interventional Pulmonology, Radiology, Pathology, Critical Care, and Rehabilitation Medicine to develop individualized treatment plans for patients with the most complex thoracic diseases. This highly collaborative approach ensures timely access to the latest therapies and exceptional patient outcomes.

Research and Innovation

The Division of Thoracic Surgery provides patients access to innovative therapies through institutional and national clinical trials. Faculty are actively engaged in translational and clinical research focused on thoracic oncology, minimally invasive surgery, and novel therapeutic approaches, while collaborating across disciplines to advance the science of thoracic disease.

Education

Tufts Medical Center, the primary teaching hospital of the Tufts University School of Medicine, is home to an ACGME-accredited two-year Thoracic Surgery Residency that accepts one resident annually. The Division Chief will play a central role in resident education, faculty development, curriculum innovation, and mentoring the next generation of academic thoracic surgeons.

Who You Are

• An accomplished academic thoracic surgeon with demonstrated success in clinical program development and leadership.
• A visionary physician leader committed to advancing excellence in patient care, education, research, and innovation.
• An outstanding mentor with a proven record of developing faculty, trainees, and future leaders.
• Board Certified in Thoracic Surgery.
• Eligible for appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level at the Tufts University School of Medicine.
• A collaborative leader who builds high-performing, diverse, and inclusive teams.
• Committed to accountability, quality, innovation, and continuous performance improvement.
• A physician who leads with integrity, emotional intelligence, and exceptional communication skills.

Compensation

The anticipated annual compensation range for this position is $610,000.00–$750,000.00, commensurate with experience, academic accomplishments, leadership background, and internal equity.