Division Chair Advanced GI and Bariatric Surgery

Mayo Clinic is seeking an academic innovative leader to serve as the Division Chair for the Division of Advanced GI and Bariatric Surgery at our academic medical center in Jacksonville Florida.

The Division of Advanced GI and Bariatric Surgery leads the Department of Surgery in the surgical care for patients with complex foregut bariatric gastric abdominal wall acute care surgery and wound needs. The Chair is a key leadership role accountable for advancing the clinical academic and strategic growth of the division. The selected individual will drive innovation by integrating advanced minimally invasive and robotic procedures leveraging emerging technologies expanding multidisciplinary care models and building and supporting a robust research and education portfolio. This leader will be responsible for achieving exceptional patient outcomes advancing financial performance and growth and recruiting developing and retaining top-tier talent to further Mayo Clinics mission.

Outcomes Expected
Develop and execute a clear forward-looking vision and strategy to grow and differentiate the Division of Advanced GI and Bariatric Surgery
Prioritize and implement business and clinical strategies that position the division for long-term success
Drive innovation across clinical practice education and research particularly in minimally invasive endoscopic and bariatric interventions
Strengthen multidisciplinary collaboration across gastroenterology thoracic surgery bariatric medicine oncology and other surgical and medical specialties to
optimize patient outcome
Ensure effective operational and financial management of the division
Recruit develop and retain high-performing faculty and staff to sustain Mayo Clinics leadership in surgical care
Lead the adoption and integration of AI- enabled tools to enhance clinical efficiency documentation and decision support
Expand and operationalize care beyond walls strategies
Leverage Mayo Clinic Platform to inform clinical pathways improve patient selection and triage and support data- driven practice transformation.

Ideal Candidate Profile
Board certification in General Surgery; eligibility for full Florida licensure required
Academic rank of Associate Professor or Professor required
Demonstrated record of academic productivity national reputation and consistent scholarly activity
Proven leadership experience with the ability to lead high-performing teams and drive strategic initiatives
Strong understanding of multidisciplinary care models including collaboration with gastroenterology thoracic surgery oncology and related specialties
Track record of advancing clinical innovation including minimally invasive robotic or endoscopic techniques
Experience or demonstrated interest in applying artificial intelligence digital tools or data platforms to clinical practice
Familiarity with/or ability to leverage enterprise data platforms ( i.e. Mayo Clinic Platform) to drive clinical operational or research insights
Commitment to mentoring and developing faculty and trainees
Ability to build strong internal and external relationships and represent the division at a national level
Recognized as an expert in Advanced GI foregut/esophageal Bariatric or Acute Care Surgery