| Associate Professor/Professor & Division Chief, CT Surgery (T/TE/NTE) |
| Posting Number |
req24733 |
| Department |
Surgery |
| Department Website Link |
https://surgery.arizona.edu/ |
| Medical Sub-Speciality |
Cardiothoracic Surgery |
| Location |
University of Arizona Health Sciences |
| Address |
1501 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85724 USA |
| Position Highlights |
The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson (COM-T) seeks a dynamic, nationally recognized leader to serve as the next chief of the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery. Reporting directly to the Chair of the Department of Surgery, the chief will collaborate with the leaders of COM-T and Banner-University Medicine to enhance existing clinical, teaching, and team-based research programs and position the division for continued growth and transformation. Based at Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, Banner - University Medical Center South, and Diamond Children's Medical Center, the division delivers a comprehensive continuum of services.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocation services, please click here. Appointment rank is commensurate with experience. The successful candidate will meet the requirements of either a career track or tenure track faculty according to the College and University guidelines. |
| Duties & Responsibilities |
- Inspire, develop, and lead
an accomplished team of faculty while mentoring trainees and advancing the
division's clinical programs. Foster a culture of accountability and
demonstrate strong leadership and consensus-building skills across the division
and the department. - Drive strategic program growth by expanding and strengthening clinical, research, and educational initiatives; enhancing multidisciplinary collaboration; elevating the national reputation of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Arizona and Banner Health; and ensuring excellence in the training of medical students, residents, and fellows.
- Provide clinical services and mentor trainees at Banner - University Medical Center Tucson and Banner - University Medical Center South.
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| Minimum Qualifications |
- Professor or Associate Professor
- MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent medical degree.
- Board-certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
- Candidate must be eligible for medical licensure in Arizona.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Rank |
To be Determined |
| Tenure Information |
To be Determined |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Full Time/Part Time |
Full Time |
| Number of Hours Worked per Week |
40 |
| Job FTE |
1.0 |
| Work Calendar |
Fiscal |
| Job Category |
Faculty |
| Benefits Eligible |
Yes - Full Benefits |
| Rate of Pay |
DOE to commensurate with AAMC benchmarks |
| Compensation Type |
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) |
| Type of criminal background check required: |
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) |
| Number of Vacancies |
1 |
| Target Hire Date |
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| Expected End Date |
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| Contact Information for Candidates |
Casandra Sanchez | casandrasanchez@arizona.edu |
| Open Date |
12/12/2025 |
| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Documents Needed to Apply |
Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter |
| Special Instructions to Applicant |
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| Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report |
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Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu. |
University of Arizona
life insurance, vision insurance, sick time, retirement plan
Dec 13, 2025