"Surgery, Pediatric Division Chief, Associate Professor / Professor (2071)"

Location

New Haven, CT

Open Date

Jan 22, 2026

Deadline

Jan 22, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The Department of Surgery at the Yale University School of Medicine invites applications and nominations for the position of Chief, Division of Pediatric Surgery and Surgeon-in-Chief of Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital.

This is a combined divisional and hospital leadership role for an accomplished pediatric surgeon who is prepared to build upon an already strong and cohesive program and guide it to its next phase as a nationally pre-eminent, world-class pediatric surgical enterprise. The Division is clinically robust, culturally healthy, and academically productive, with a solid foundation upon which to further elevate impact and reputation.

The position will be focused on the success and development of the faculty across missions; active engagement in institutional and departmental leadership; a deep understanding of the role of culture in organizational performance; and the ability to lead both strategically and operationally to advance Division objectives. Mentoring faculty and identifying and promoting opportunities for Pediatric Surgery faculty and trainees will be central to this role.

As Surgeon-in-Chief, the position will play an integral role in the operational and continued advancement of Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital. They must be committed to fostering collaboration across Pediatric Surgery and pediatric subspecialties and to promoting meaningful partnerships across the School of Medicine and Yale New Haven Health System in support of clinical care, education and research.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will serve as both Chief of the Division of Pediatric Surgery and Surgeon-in-Chief of the Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital. They will be an accomplished and recognized leader in the field, have a track record of clinical excellence and success in research and education, and possess excellent communication skills. The successful candidate will have demonstrated a collaborative leadership style coupled with an ability to innovate and continue to build a top-ranked program in one of the most vibrant academic institutions in the nation. The Department of Surgery is experiencing a renewed period of academic and clinical growth under its Chair, Dr. Benjamin Judson, and accordingly, enhancing the clinical footprint and scholarly activity of the Division is a departmental priority.

Qualified candidates will:

• Hold a medical degree (MD, MD/MPH, MD/MBA, MD/PhD) or equivalent
• Be board certified in Surgery with subspecialty certification in Pediatric Surgery
• Be eligible for licensure in the state of Connecticut
• Qualify for appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level in the Yale University School of Medicine
• Demonstrate national recognition and leadership potential within Pediatric Surgery

Application Instructions

Solomon Page is assisting Yale University in the recruitment of the Chief. To be considered, those interested must apply through Yale University’s Interfolio using the link provided: https://apply.interfolio.com/180468

Please contact:

Megan Berlinger, Solomon Page
mberlinger@solomonpage.com