Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery – Surgical Oncology

About the role

The Division of Surgical Oncology at the University of Miami Leonard Miller School of Medicine seeks a fellowship‑trained surgeon to join its multidisciplinary team. This faculty position focuses on gastrointestinal cancer care, clinical trials, and education within the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee outcomes, quality metrics, and patient experience for the surgical oncology program.
• Coordinate physician scheduling, maintain administrative records, and ensure hospital access to schedules.
• Conduct daily unit rounds, provide inpatient follow‑up, and deliver outpatient clinic services.
• Collaborate with medical oncologists, case managers, and hospital staff to optimize patient flow and resource utilization.
• Implement clinical pathways, quality initiatives, and root‑cause analyses across all service sites.
• Participate in educational activities and mentorship of trainees.

Required profile

• Board‑certified surgeon with fellowship training in surgical oncology.
• Demonstrated expertise in gastrointestinal cancer surgery.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary cancer care environment.
• Commitment to clinical research, education, and quality improvement.

Required skills

What we offer

• Access to a NCI‑designated cancer center and cutting‑edge clinical trials.
• Opportunities for academic advancement and research collaboration.
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment.