About this role
Summary The Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) is seeking an exceptional, board-certified breast surgeon and academic leader at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor to serve as Section Chief of Breast Surgery at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center (BSLMC) within the Division of Surgical Oncology. The successful candidate will provide clinical, strategic, and academic leadership, driving growth across the clinical, research, and educational missions of the Section, Division, and Department.
The successful candidate will exhibit a demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, research, innovation, teaching, and collaborative practice. The Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery is committed to excellence in surgical care, education, and research. Situated in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, the Department's more than 280 faculty members practice at leading institutions, including Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Texas Children's Hospital, Ben Taub General Hospital, and the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (MEDVAMC).
The successful candidate will join a collaborative team of breast surgeons whose clinical practice is centered at the NCI-designated Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center at BSLMC, working closely with colleagues in medical oncology, radiation oncology, breast imaging, pathology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and genetics to deliver comprehensive, multidisciplinary breast care. Job Duties The ideal applicant will bring exceptional clinical skills and expertise in breast surgery, strong interpersonal skills, and a history of leadership and administrative experience in clinical practice, educational programs, and research.
The candidate will oversee the operations of the Breast Surgery Section, guiding program development and growth; leading quality improvement initiatives that promote high-value, evidence-based, patient-centered care. Candidates with a keen interest in strategically advancing science and developing a successful research career with extramural funding will be prioritized and will be expected to engage in ongoing research initiatives, support clinical trials and outcomes research, and contribute to publications and the academic advancement of the Section.
Within the educational and academic missions, the candidate will teach and mentor general surgery residents, fellows, and medical students and will develop and oversee breast surgery curriculum and educational conferences, while maintaining an active clinical practice in the management of benign and malignant breast disease.
Minimum Qualifications
- Candidates must be board certified by the American Board of Surgery and eligible for a full and unrestricted Texas Medical License.
- Ideal candidates will bring significant surgical leadership and administrative experience relating to clinical practice, educational programs, and research, along with demonstrated expertise and an established track record of clinical excellence in the management of benign and malignant breast disease.
- Candidates should also have a commitment to teaching surgical learners, experience in clinical and/or translational research, and strong interpersonal, communication, and team-building skills.
- Fellowship training in breast surgery or Surgical oncology with a focus on Breast disease are preferred.
- Accomplished breast surgeons with substantial clinical experience in lieu of fellowship training are encouraged to apply.
- A record of extramural research funding, or a strong interest in building a funded research program, is valued, and candidates committed to strategically advancing science will be prioritized.
- Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.