Upper Midwest HERC

Clinical Faculty Member - Pediatric Cardiac Surgery

The Department of Surgery at the University of Minnesota and the University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital invite applications for a Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon position. Candidates seeking an academic career in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor are encouraged to apply.  Available tracks for Assistant or Associate Professor are Tenure or Academic.  Rank and Track will be determined according to the qualifications and interest of the candidate. 

The ideal candidate will have dedicated pediatric cardiac surgery experience and an interest in developing a clinical and academic career specializing in neonatal and infant cardiac surgery, pediatric heart transplantation and ventricular assist devices, and adult congenital cardiac surgery.  Responsibilities include delivering clinical excellence and providing exemplary patient and family experiences.  The incumbent will be expected to contribute to a collaborative work culture and provide innovative care through research, clinical studies and trials.

In addition, this position is expected to participate in or lead related research, teach and train medical students and residents, and participate in activities and initiatives to support the goals, mission, and values of the Pediatric Cardiovascular Division, Department of Surgery, and University of Minnesota.


About the Job:

This position is responsible for delivering excellent clinical care and an exemplary patient and family experience within a fast paced and collaborative environment located at the University of Minnesota’s Masonic Children’s Hospital.   Specific clinical duties include but are not limited to:

- Surgical intervention
- Pre and post-operative care
- Transplant
- Routine care conferences


The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. We welcome nominations of and applications from women and people of color, as well as others who would be bring additional dimensions to the university’s research, teaching and clinical missions.

Requirements:

Position Requirements:

- Successful completion of a certified cardiothoracic surgical training program and/or pediatric cardiac fellowship with a minimum of five years of relevant experience
- Minnesota medical licensure or the ability to complete all requirements necessary for medical licensure in Minnesota
- Credentialed at University of Minnesota Medical Center(UMMC) and University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital (UMMCH) or ability to become credentialed at UMMC and UMMCH

Preferred Requirements:

- BC/BE of the American Board of Thoracic Surgery or equivalent
- Certification or eligibility in the Subspecialty Congenital Heart Surgery or equivalent training
 

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