Assistant​/Associate​/Professor of Breast Surgery​/Surgical Oncologist

Job Summary

The Medical College of Georgia Department of Surgery at Augusta University is seeking a full‑time faculty member in our Surgical Oncology Program in Augusta, Georgia. Candidates should be board‑certified in general surgery, with additional fellowship training in Breast Surgical Oncology or Complex General Surgical Oncology (CGSO), with an interest in pursuing a mainly Breast Surgical Oncology practice and demonstrated success in programmatic development.

Opportunities are available for research support for candidates with appropriate experience and interest. This individual will be in a non‑tenured position.

Duties involve attending to patients, teaching residents and medical students, and sharing in leading the Department of Surgery. In addition, the incumbent will be expected to engage in service activities and have the opportunity to engage in clinical and basic science research if desired. Leadership roles exist within the Department of Surgery for candidates with appropriate experience and interest.

• MD/DO degree; candidates should be Board certified in General Surgery, Board eligible/certified in CGSO (if applying after Surgical Oncology fellowship). Successful completion of a Breast Surgical Oncology or Complex General Surgical Oncology (CGSO) Fellowship or equivalent
• Minimum of 0‑2 years of experience
• Assistant Professor – Early level career as a faculty member with appropriate postgraduate training
• Associate Professor – Mid level career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Assistant Professor or comparable training, background, and experience
• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) requirements for institutional accreditation
• Evidence of ability as a teacher
• Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned
• Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements)
• Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations

This position is fiscal year based and works year‑round. The intended work commitment (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and is considered full‑time.

Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more.

Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.

Augusta University, Children’s Hospital of Georgia – Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

The final candidate will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post‑secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

The primary work location for this position is within the Augusta University Medical Center or other Augusta University Health System Clinic Space and is subject to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services guidelines. The selected candidate will be required to provide proof of COVID vaccination or an approved exemption. Your application to this position confirms you are aware of this requirement and agree to provide proof of either COVID vaccination or our organization’s approval of a medical or religious exemption.

Augusta University is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.