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Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Assistant, Associate Professor

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Department of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology

Yale University, School of Medicine

The Department of Surgery at Yale School of Medicine is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible thoracic surgeon to join the Division of Thoracic Surgery at the Assistant or Associate Professor level on the Clinician-Educator Scholar or Academic Clinican Track.

The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative and established thoracic surgery program providing comprehensive care to patients with diseases of the chest, including thoracic malignancies, esophageal disease, and other complex thoracic conditions. The position is intended to support continued growth and clinical capacity within the New Haven practice and VA as the Division expands its regional thoracic surgery presence across the Yale New Haven Health System.

Candidates should have demonstrated expertise in general thoracic surgery, with experience in minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques strongly preferred. The successful candidate will participate in the multidisciplinary care of patients with thoracic malignancies and work closely with colleagues across medical oncology, radiation oncology, pulmonary medicine, gastroenterology, radiology, pathology, and other specialties.

Responsibilities will include the evaluation and surgical management of thoracic surgical patients, participation in multidisciplinary tumor programs, inpatient and outpatient clinical care, and shared call responsibilities. The position will also include opportunities to participate in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows. Surgeons on the Clinician Educator Scholar track typically advance the Department’s academic mission through research in quality improvement, clinical research, and other academic activities consistent with the candidate’s interests and experience.

Qualifications

Applicants must have an MD or equivalent degree, be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Connecticut, and be board certified or board eligible in Thoracic Surgery. Academic rank will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Application Instructions

All application materials should be submitted electronically to: https://apply.interfolio.com/193244

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Should you have any questions, please reach out to:

Daniel Boffa, MD
Division Chief, Thoracic Surgery
Yale School of Medicine
Email: Daniel.Boffa@yale.edu
Phone: (203) 785-4931

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

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Job details

Title
Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Assistant, Associate Professor
Employer
Yale University
Location
New Haven, CT
Published
Sep 15, 2026
Closes:
Sep 8, 2028
Job type
Full time, Academic / Faculty, Medicine
Field
Surgery

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Thoracic Surgery Assistant/Associate Professor role?

Applicants must hold an MD or equivalent degree, be board certified or board eligible in Thoracic Surgery, and be eligible for Connecticut medical licensure. Experience in general thoracic surgery is essential, while minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques are strongly preferred. Academic rank at the Assistant or Associate Professor level is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Explore related academic faculty positions.

🏥What are the main clinical and academic responsibilities?

The role includes evaluation and surgical management of thoracic surgical patients, participation in multidisciplinary tumor programs, inpatient and outpatient clinical care, and shared call responsibilities. The selected candidate will teach medical students, residents, and fellows. Faculty on the Clinician-Educator Scholar track may advance the department's academic mission through quality improvement and clinical research. See related professor jobs.

🤖What surgical expertise is preferred for this position?

Candidates should have demonstrated expertise in general thoracic surgery, with a strong preference for minimally invasive surgery and robotic surgical techniques. The Division covers thoracic malignancies, esophageal disease, and other complex thoracic conditions within the Yale New Haven Health System. Learn more about robotic surgery adoption and outcomes.

📝How do I apply for the Yale thoracic surgery faculty position?

Submit all application materials electronically through the Interfolio application portal. Applicants receive a free Dossier account to send materials and confidential letters of recommendation. For application guidance, use the free resume template and winning academic CV tips.

📅What is the review timeline and contact for questions?

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. For questions, contact Daniel Boffa, MD, Division Chief, Thoracic Surgery, at Daniel.Boffa@yale.edu or (203) 785-4931. Browse current Ivy League faculty openings.

📚What academic tracks are available for this role?

The position is offered on the Clinician-Educator Scholar or Academic Clinician track. Clinician-Educator Scholars typically contribute to quality improvement, clinical research, and other academic activities consistent with their interests. For definitions of faculty ranks, see what is an associate professor.

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