The Department of Surgery at the University of Utah is actively recruiting qualified applicants for the position of Chief, Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery.Description:The Division of Surgical Oncology is one of eight divisions within the Department of Surgery at the University of Utah. The Chief of Surgical Oncology will be responsible for overseeing and advancing the surgical oncology program within University of Utah Health (U of U Health), Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI), an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, and affiliated sites. The Division of Surgical Oncology includes Complex General Surgical Oncology, Breast Surgery, Melanoma, Gastrointestinal, Colorectal, Peritoneal, Advanced Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (AHPB) and Endocrine Surgery faculty. This position is a critical leadership role that will involve guiding and coordinating the division's strategic, clinical, educational, and research activities. The selected candidate will have a proven track record of excellence in surgical oncology, strong leadership abilities, and a passion for advancing patient care, education, and research in the field of surgical oncology.Requirements:Recognized academic surgical oncologists qualified for, or at the rank of, Associate Professor or Professor.Strategic vision for the Division, and accountability to fulfill the education, research, clinical, and administrative service missions, and values of the Department.Strong leadership abilities and management experience in multidisciplinary environments, and ability to influence and motivate faculty and support a culture of collaboration, quality, and efficiency.Demonstrated commitment through mentorship to foster the growth of others through a collaborative mindset, and aptitude to motivate others through inspiration, effective communication, and good listening skills that result in a strong level of trust and guidance.Strong commitment to the educational excellence and advancement of faculty, trainees, students, and advanced practice clinicians (APCs).Proven success in advancing research and educational missions, evidenced by securing NIH or similar independent research funding, obtaining training grants, and contributing to the body of knowledge with foundation-supported initiatives.Candidates will have demonstrated effective leadership experience as well as a commitment to excellence in all three traditional academic missions of clinical practice, education, and research. The candidate must have the ability to work cooperatively and collegially within a diverse environment and lead by example.The Chief will work closely with the Chair of Surgery and HCI leaders to promote a collaborative environment that enhances clinical growth and excellence along with academic development by advancing research activities consistent with Department and Institutional missions. The selected candidate will be a strategic leader who will promote a strong culture of institutional stewardship throughout the University of Utah Health Care system.The Chief will work closely and collaboratively with the Chief Clinical Officer of HCI. The Chief will be a member of several key strategic and operational committees within HCI.Within HCI there are 10 transdisciplinary Disease Centers. Examples include Breast/Gyn, Melanoma, GI, and Head & Neck. The faculty within the Division of Surgical Oncology are members of a Disease Center. The Chief will be a key contributor to the Disease Centers.U of U Health and HCI are patient focused centers distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The University of Utah values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.Prospective candidates must have an MD degree and be board-certified in Surgical Oncology, completed an ACGME-accredited complex surgical oncology fellowship pr gram, have at least eight years post-fellowship experience as an attending surgical oncologist, and be eligible for licensure in the state of Utah. Additional instruction in advanced leadership or management training (e.g., ACS Physician Executives or Physician in Management series) is highly preferred.University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is an esteemed academic health science center that excels in fostering collaboration and aims to set a national standard for equity and inclusion. U of U Health has ranked in the top 10 of the prestigious Vizient Quality Leadership Award for the last 13 years. The University of Utah is an R1 Top-Tier research institution and a member of the Association of American Universities with $768 million in research funding, including $312 million from The Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine. Through state-of-the-art quality care, groundbreaking research discoveries, and novel educational models, U of U Health is dedicated to advancing health for society.Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) is an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and a member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, supporting and fostering a vibrant cancer research enterprise in a highly collegial environment. Currently, HCI has over 600 research projects underway, over 250 research teams, 325 active clinical trials, and has invested over $200 million in cancer research.The Department of Surgery is prominent within the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah. This department has a substantial roster of 137 faculty members, 70 residents, 26 fellows, 88 advanced practice clinicians (PAs and NPs), and over 200 staff, standing as one of the largest departments within the university. With an annual budget of $130 million and an endowment of $25 million dedicated to endowed chair positions, the surgery department operates under the framework of eight clinical divisions. The Department of Surgery has a rich history of providing excellent care, quality research, and valuable education in Utah with strong partnerships across departments, HCI, Primary Childrens Hospital, the George E. Wahlen Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, and affiliates. With a strong research focus, the department was ranked 23rd in 2022 on the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research for NIH funding. The Department of Surgery showcases a robust educational enterprise within University of Utahs Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, encompassing required clerkships and elective rotations for third- and fourth-year medical students. It also includes six residency programs and over 18 clinical fellowship programs, along with numerous research fellowship positions. These programs cater to medical students, residents, and fellows, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience. The Department of Surgery is committed to achieving excellence and national recognition in the core missions of patient care, innovation and discovery research, education, and service.The newly created Division of Surgical Oncology is one of eight divisions in the Department of Surgery with 14 faculty members. It was previously structured as a section within theDivision of General Surgery. The faculty and advanced practice clinicians cover Complex General Surgical Oncology, Breast Surgery, Melanoma, Gastrointestinal, Colorectal, Peritoneal, Advanced Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (AHPB) and Endocrine-surgical oncology specialties. These collaborative teams are dedicated to high-quality, value-driven patient care, education, innovation, and discovery through basic, clinical, population, and health services research. Partnered with HCI, we serve the five-state Mountain West Region.For more information about the Department of Surgery and Huntsman Cancer Institute, visit https://medicine.utah.edu/surgery and https://www.huntsmancancer.org For additional information, please contact: Giana Aluculesei at: giana.aluculesei@hsc.utah.eduInterested applicants may appl