Professor, Clinical Faculty Appointment (CFA) - Plastic Surgery

The Department of Plastic Surgery at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is recruiting a new professor to join its ranks of highly skilled faculty. This faculty position will establish and lead a Wound Care and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) Center, and provide expertise in the treatment of various wounds and radiation induced tissue damage. In addition, this faculty position will also provide clinical expertise in reconstructive surgeries for cancer patients. The incumbent must engage in academic research (clinical, translational, and/or basic science) and actively teach fellows, residents, and other trainees in Plastic Surgery as well as other disciplines. Applicants must have graduated from an accredited medical school with an M.D. or equivalent; have completed a residency training program in plastic surgery; be board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery; and be eligible for licensure in Texas. Candidates are expected to have completed at least 5 years as an Associate Professor or the equivalent of 15 years post degree with any combination of time as a clinician, or GME trainee. Must have expertise in wound care and HBOT with extensive experience leading a wound care and HBOT center. Candidates are required to have significant exposure to or experience in complex reconstruction and must also have extensive academic experience working in a major academic center with expertise in teaching and mentoring trainees, conducting clinical research, and publishing research articles. The ideal candidate will be collaborative, possess the utmost integrity and be a strong team player to ensure success and growth within the department. Candidates who have completed a formal reconstructive microsurgery fellowship are strongly preferred. Refer to the Plastic Surgery web page for additional information about the department and its programs. Interested candidates must upload a Letter of Intent and a current CV with their application. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

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