College/School/Unit: Dell Medical School
Department: Department of Cardiovascular Surgery
Posted: Aug 25, 2026
Apply By: Open until filled
Description
About Dell Medical School
As part of The University of Texas at Austin, one of the nation's leading research universities, the Dell Medical School pursues innovation in the redesign of healthcare delivery, excellence in healthcare research, and programs in interdisciplinary and inter-professional education. It is the fifth medical school in the UT System and the first medical school established in nearly five decades by a member of the Association of American Universities, an organization of leading public and private research universities.
The University of Texas Medical Center, anchored by Dell Medical School, is defining the future of health. Announced in August 2023 with planning and implementation underway, The University of Texas Medical Center will cement Austin as a premier destination for health care alongside other major Texas cities. With two new, state-of-the-art hospitals - A UT specialty hospital and a cancer center being built by MD Anderson - plus the academic and research expertise of UT, The University of Texas Medical Center will provide the integrated, world-class care that is a hallmark of academic medicine.
The Dell Medical School is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to excellence within the health learning system.
About The Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
The Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery at Dell Medical School works to provide exceptional cardiovascular and thoracic care in Central Texas and beyond. Through collaborative research across The University of Texas at Austin and training programs that empower aspiring surgeons, the department strives to define the future of cardiovascular care. The faculty includes board-certified surgeons and national leaders in surgeons who treat a wide range of complex heart and vascular diseases.
About the Cardiothoracic Surgeon Position
The Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin, in partnership with Ascension Texas, is seeking a skilled and dedicated Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join the Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery. Faculty in the division will be members of the Institute for Cardiovascular Health, representing an integrated heart care model. Eligible applicants will be fellowship trained and board certified (or board eligible within five years of completion of fellowship) in cardiothoracic surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. We seek individuals with excellent clinical skills, a passion for education, the potential for scholarly contributions, and a commitment to excellence to join a dynamic department in an innovative, growing medical school.
Essential Functions
- Provision of clinical care to patients with cardiovascular disease as part of a multidisciplinary cardiovascular and thoracic surgical team
- Medical student and resident education
- Participation in clinical, health services, translational or basic science research.
- The successful candidate will be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team with a passion for quality, innovation, and teamwork that will incorporate opportunities to train and mentor medical students and residents, as well as develop and foster an atmosphere of scientific and academic inquiry.
- Actively participate in the academic department by all required departmental policies.
- Integrate an equity framework of health and health care into all aspects of medical education, clinical, research, and community impact.
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Why Join Our Team
We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package that is well rounded and competitive, making it desirable for individuals with excellent clinical skills, a passion for education, and potential for scholarly contributions to join a dynamic department in an innovative and growing medical school.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Medical degree from an accredited medical school;
- Meets applicable credentialing and privileging standards for their specialty;
- Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Texas (or the ability to obtain before appointment);
- Eligible applicants will be fellowship-trained and board certified (or board eligible within five years of completion of fellowship) by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
- Ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary academic environment;
- Outstanding clinical teaching skills;
- Innovative self-starter with a commitment to excellence;
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills;
- Eligible for appointment as an Assistant, Associate, or Professor rank in the Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery at Dell Medical School at UT Austin.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing and delivering care through a multidisciplinary team;
- Familiarity and experience with value-based healthcare payment and delivery models;
- Proven track record of academic accomplishment
- Interest in minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery
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Application Instructions
Interested and qualified candidates should complete the required application form and submit their most up to date resume online.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
To apply, visit https://faculty.utexas.edu/career/176861