Chief, Division of Surgical Oncology - Associate Professor or Professor

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The Department of Surgery at the University of Utah is actively recruiting qualified applicants for the position of Chief Division of Surgical Oncology Department of Surgery. Description: The Division of Surgical Oncology is one of eight divisions within the Department of Surgery at the University of Utah. The Chief of Surgical Oncology will be responsible for overseeing and advancing the surgical oncology program within University of Utah Health (U of U Health) Huntsman Cancer Institute ( HCI ) an NCI designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and affiliated sites. The Division of Surgical Oncology includes Complex General Surgical Oncology Breast Surgery Melanoma Gastrointestinal Colorectal Peritoneal Advanced HepatoPancreatoBiliary ( AHPB ) and Endocrine Surgery faculty. This position is a critical leadership role that will involve guiding and coordinating the divisions strategic clinical educational and research activities. The selected candidate will have a proven track record of excellence in surgical oncology strong leadership abilities and a passion for advancing patient care education and research in the field of surgical oncology. Requirements: Recognized academic surgical oncologists qualified for or at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. Strategic vision for the Division and accountability to fulfill the education research clinical and administrative service missions and values of the Department. Strong leadership abilities and management experience in multidisciplinary environments and ability to influence and motivate faculty and support a culture of collaboration quality and efficiency. Demonstrated commitment through mentorship to foster the growth of others through a collaborative mindset and aptitude to motivate others through inspiration effective communication and good listening skills that result in a strong level of trust and guidance. Strong commitment to the educational excellence and advancement of faculty trainees students and advanced practice clinicians (APCs). Proven success in advancing research and educational missions evidenced by securing NIH or similar independent research funding obtaining training grants and contributing to the body of knowledge with foundationsupported initiatives. Candidates will have demonstrated effective leadership experience as well as a commitment to excellence in all three traditional academic missions of clinical practice education and research. The candidate must have the ability to work cooperatively and collegially within a diverse environment and lead by example. The Chief will work closely with the Chair of Surgery and HCI leaders to promote a collaborative environment that enhances clinical growth and excellence along with academic development by advancing research activities consistent with Department and Institutional missions. The selected candidate will be a strategic leader who will promote a strong culture of institutional stewardship throughout the University of Utah Health Care system. The Chief will work closely and collaboratively with the Chief Clinical Officer of HCI . The Chief will be a member of several key strategic and operational committees within HCI . Within HCI there are 10 transdisciplinary Disease Centers. Examples include Breast/Gyn Melanoma GI and Head & Neck. The faculty within the Division of Surgical Oncology are members of a Disease Center. The Chief will be a key contributor to the Disease Centers. U of U Health and HCI are patient focused centers distinguished by collaboration excellence leadership and respect. The University of Utah values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion collaboration innovation accountability diversity integrity quality and trust that is integral to our mission. Prospective candidates must have an MD degree and be boardcertified in Surgical Oncology completed an ACGME accredited complex surgical oncology fellowship program have at least eight years postfellowship experience as an attending surgical oncologist and be eligible for licensure in the state of Utah. Additional instruction in advanced leadership or management training (e.g. ACS Physician Executives or Physician in Management series) is highly preferred. University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is an esteemed academic health science center that excels in fostering collaboration and aims to set a national standard for equity and inclusion. U of U Health has ranked in the top 10 of the prestigious Vizient Quality Leadership Award for the last 13 years. The University of Utah is an R1 TopTier research institution and a member of the Association of American Universities with $768 million in research funding including $312 million from The Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine. Through stateoftheart quality care groundbreaking research discoveries and novel educational models U of U Health is dedicated to advancing health for society. Huntsman Cancer Institute ( HCI ) is an NCI designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and a member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network supporting and fostering a vibrant cancer research enterprise in a highly collegial environment. Currently HCI has over 600 research projects underway over 250 research teams 325 active clinical trials and has invested over $200 million in cancer research. The Department of Surgery is prominent within the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah. This department has a substantial roster of 137 faculty members 70 residents 26 fellows 88 advanced practice clinicians (PAs and NPs) and over 200 staff standing as one of the largest departments within the university. With an annual budget of $130 million and an endowment of $25 million dedicated to endowed chair positions the surgery department operates under the framework of eight clinical divisions. The Department of Surgery has a rich history of providing excellent care quality research and valuable education in Utah with strong partnerships across departments HCI Primary Childrens Hospital the George E. Wahlen Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center and affiliates. With a strong research focus the department was ranked 23rd in 2022 on the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research for NIH funding. The Department of Surgery showcases a robust educational enterprise within University of Utahs Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine encompassing required clerkships and elective rotations for third and fourthyear medical students. It also includes six residency programs and over 18 clinical fellowship programs along with numerous research fellowship positions. These programs cater to medical students residents and fellows ensuring a wellrounded learning experience. The Department of Surgery is committed to achieving excellence and national recognition in the core missions of patient care innovation and discovery research education and service. The newly created Division of Surgical Oncology is one of eight divisions in the Department of Surgery with 14 faculty members. It was previously structured as a section within theDivision of General Surgery. The faculty and advanced practice clinicians cover Complex General Surgical Oncology Breast Surgery Melanoma Gastrointestinal Colorectal Peritoneal Advanced HepatoPancreatoBiliary ( AHPB ) and Endocrinesurgical oncology specialties. These collaborative teams are dedicated to highquality valuedriven patient care education innovation and discovery through basic clinical population and health services research. Partnered with HCI we serve the fivestate Mountain West Region. For more information about the Department of Surgery and Huntsman Cancer Institute visit and For additional information please contact: Giana Aluculesei at: Interested applicants may apply at: The University of Utah is in Salt Lake City a metropolitan area consisting of 1.5 million residents. Utah is known for its worldclass skiing and outdoor activities. Salt Lake City has a rich culture and fantastic amenities including the theater the arts sports and nightlife. The area has received international recognition for its light rail system downtown library system and increasing diversity. Salt Lake City is home to sizable Latinx and immigrant populations (21.5% and 11.5% of residents respectively). More than a third of Utahs ethnic/racial minorities are children or youth under the age of 18 years and the Salt Lake City School District is now a majorityminority district with one in five Salt Lake County residents speaking a language besides English at home. The International Rescue Committee headquartered in Salt Lake is one of eight national resettlement committees committed to helping people with refugee status thrive in the United States. The University of Utah is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator. People of color Indigenous peoples women those identifying as LGBTQIAAP veterans those with disabilities and individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We acknowledge that this land which is named for the Ute Tribe is the traditional and ancestral homeland of the Shoshone Paiute Goshute and Ute Tribes. The University of Utah recognizes and respects the enduring relationship that exists between many Indigenous Peoples and their traditional homelands. We respect the sovereign relationship between tribes states and the federal government and we affirm the University of Utahs commitment to a partnership with Native Nations and Urban Indian communities through research education and community outreach activities. The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration excellence leadership and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion collaboration innovation accountability diversity integrity quality and trust that is integral to our mission.