Division Director Surgical Oncology Clinical Faculty

Cedars-Sinai • Los Angeles, CA

291d • $552,000 - $850,000

About The Position

The Jim and Eleanor Randall Department of Surgery at Cedars-Sinai has opened the search for a Division Director of Surgical Oncology. We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Division Director to lead our expanding Surgical Oncology Division. The ideal candidate will possess an excellent background in surgical oncology, demonstrate effective leadership skills, a strong academic record, and a commitment to excellence in patient care. The Division Director will be responsible for shaping the future of our surgical oncology services, fostering a collaborative environment, and driving strategic growth initiatives within the institution. The Division currently consists of fourteen faculty who have expertise in all areas of surgical oncology. Faculty provide expert clinical care, train general surgery residents, as well as fellows in a Society of Surgical Oncology-approved breast surgical oncology fellowship and an ACGME-approved complex general surgical oncology fellowship. At Cedars-Sinai Cancer, we offer state-of-the-art treatments, experimental therapies, next-generation research, and cutting-edge clinical trials for over sixty types of cancer at more than ten locations throughout Greater Los Angeles. There are over 200 clinical trials available to patients at any given time. Cedars-Sinai treats cancer patients with a multi-disciplinary approach. Our rapidly expanding, vertically integrated health system is a central destination for the integration of revolutionary advances into daily clinical practice. The Cedars healthcare system saw over 7,600 new cancer cases, creating customized, coordinated care plans that fit each patient's unique needs. The Cedars-Sinai Cancer faculty published over 250 publications, 23% in high impact journals, and has over $35 million in grant funding. Patients turn to us because they know our progress is their progress, and our strides forward are their success. Cedars-Sinai is a premier academic nonprofit health system in the heart of the vibrantly diverse city of Los Angeles, with a rapidly expanding global presence. Cedars-Sinai physicians and scientists are leaders in basic and clinical research, bringing advancements in medicine directly from the laboratory to the bedside. Opportunities for surgeons to collaborate with productive full-time researchers present a unique opportunity for the academically motivated surgeon. We are committed to expanding and strengthening our regional, national, and international reputation for delivering high value services at all sites of care. This mission has been furthered by the establishment of Cedars-Sinai Health System (CSHS), an expansive regional healthcare system. The system includes three of the finest hospitals in Southern California beyond the flagship Cedars-Sinai Medical Center totaling more than 2,300 beds with revenues exceeding $7 billion annually.

Requirements

• Medical Degree from an accredited medical school.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CSMC Medical Staff Membership.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an unrestricted California license as Physician and Surgeon.
• A published author of peer-reviewed articles, with ability to serve as principal or co-investigator.
• Eligible for recommendation to the appropriate academic rank to the Medical Center's professoriate series.
• A track record of excellence in teaching, patient care, leadership, and administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Surgical Oncology Division and shape its future services.
• Foster a collaborative environment among faculty and staff.
• Drive strategic growth initiatives within the institution.
• Provide expert clinical care and train general surgery residents and fellows.
• Oversee the development and implementation of clinical trials and research initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation including pay, benefits, and other incentive programs.
• Comprehensive faculty benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree