Pediatric Surgery Faculty Member and Division Chief Position Available In Erie, New York

Position Overview:

The Department of Surgery at SUNY Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine is seeking a dynamic and visionary pediatric surgeon to join our team as a Pediatric Surgery Faculty Member and serve as the Chief of the Division of Pediatric Surgery. This is a unique opportunity for a highly motivated individual to lead and grow a thriving pediatric surgery division while also contributing meaningfully to clinical care, education, and research.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical and Faculty Responsibilities:

Provide high-quality surgical care to pediatric patients across a full spectrum of conditions. Participate in shared call coverage, inpatient and outpatient services. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including neonatology, pediatric critical care, oncology, and other subspecialties. Actively engage in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. Participate in clinical and/or basic science research with opportunities for intradepartmental and inter-institutional collaboration. Maintain a commitment to service excellence and continuous quality improvement.

Division Chief Responsibilities:

Serve as the strategic and operational leader for the Division of Pediatric Surgery. Guide recruitment, mentorship, and professional development of division faculty and staff. Establish and implement divisional goals aligned with departmental and institutional missions. Oversee clinical operations, quality, and safety initiatives. Work closely with hospital and health system leadership to expand services and enhance program visibility. Drive innovation in pediatric surgical care delivery, education, and research. Oversee the pediatric surgery fellowship which is the 7th oldest fellowship in the nation.

Qualifications:

M.D. or equivalent degree with completion of an ACGME-accredited general surgery residency and pediatric surgery fellowship. Board certification or eligibility in Pediatric Surgery by the American Board of Surgery. Eligible for medical licensure in New York Demonstrated track record of clinical excellence, teaching, and scholarly achievement. Strong leadership skills with experience in faculty development, team management, or program-building preferred

Preferred Attributes:

Visionary leadership with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Experience in developing and leading multidisciplinary programs. Record of successful external funding or participation in funded research programs.

Appointment and Compensation:

Looking for a Full Professor or Associate Professor level with a clear path to promotion to full professor, tenure rack available for qualified candidates. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience