Pediatric Surgeon

The Department of Surgery, Division of Pediatric Surgery at the University of Virginia seeks candidates for a Pediatric Surgeon position. Rank, tenure status, and compensation will depend upon experience and qualifications. The incumbent is responsible for the clinical care of our pediatric surgical patient population and for participation in student and post-graduate teaching. Opportunities for clinical or laboratory research are available.

The selected candidate will pursue scholarly achievements with the goal of promotion within the School of Medicine and the University.

The University of Virginia Children's Hospital is ranked as the #1 Children’s Hospital in Virginia and is nationally ranked in 8 specialties by US News and World Reports. The hospital currently has a 54 bed Level III NICU, 19 bed PICU, an intermediate care unit of up to 6 beds, and 43 acute care beds, with expansion of the PICU and NICU to double in size currently underway and expected to open in winter 2027-28.

A large new outpatient clinic and outpatient surgery building opened in 2014. The Pediatric Surgery practice encompasses a wide variety of complex pediatric surgery cases. All MIS, ECMO, IMRIS and robotic capabilities are available. All pediatric and pediatric surgical subspecialty and ancillary services are present. The Division of Pediatric Surgery maintains a strong national presence. The University of Virginia Health System has an excellent ACGME accredited General Surgery Residency Program with a strong national reputation.

University of Virginia is located in beautiful Charlottesville with easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, the eastern shore and the nation's capital. Charlottesville is repeatedly ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. with a vibrant university town life, culture, music, restaurants, excellent schools, and outdoor activities, etc. This is an excellent clinical, research and teaching environment at one of the top universities in the country.

Candidates must have an MD, have completed a residency in General Surgery and have completed, or be currently completing, a Pediatric Surgery fellowship. Candidates must be board-eligible or board-certified in Pediatric Surgery and have expertise in the care of pediatric patients as well as a strong interest in a career in academic surgery. The candidate should be able to thrive in a collegial and team environment.

To be considered for the tenure-eligible position, candidates must demonstrate past accomplishments with research or teaching pursuits and be prepared to outline a proposed academic career plan.

Please provide a cover letter outlining your vision and experience supporting the requirements of the position, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for 3 references. For additional information regarding the position, please contact the Division Chief and Surgeon-in-Chief, Ankush Gosain, MD, PhD, MBA, via email ankush.gosain (edm6k) .

The selected candidate will undergo a background check and pre-employment health/drug screening.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.  ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

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