Job Description

Title:

Breast Surgeon

Job Type:

Regular

Company:

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department:

Breast Surgery

Time Type:

Full time

Weekly Hours:

40

FTE

1

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Summary:

Position Summary

The Division of Breast Surgery in the Department of Surgical Oncology at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking to recruit a faculty member at the Assistant Professor level. This is an outstanding opportunity for a fellowship-trained academic breast surgeon with strong clinical and academic aspirations in breast oncology, particularly an individual with expertise and interest in developing a comprehensive oncoplastic breast surgery program and a robotic mastectomy program.

There are broad opportunities to develop independent programs in basic, translational, and/or clinical research. The Division of Breast Surgery has an outstanding track record of interdisciplinary clinical care, coupled with highly productive clinical and basic research efforts. Roswell Park offers tremendous resources in the form of collaborative faculty, state-of-the-art core facilities, laboratory space, start-up support, strong mentorship, and protected research time to foster academic success.

The successful candidate will receive an academic appointment at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and will be recommended for a faculty appointment in the University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

What You'll Do

• Provide comprehensive surgical care for patients with benign and malignant breast disease as part of a multidisciplinary breast oncology program.
• Perform the full spectrum of breast surgical oncology procedures, including breast-conserving surgery, mastectomy, sentinel lymph node procedures and other contemporary approaches to breast cancer surgery.
• Contribute expertise toward the development and growth of a comprehensive oncoplastic breast surgery program and robotic mastectomy program.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues in medical oncology, radiation oncology, radiology, pathology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and other disciplines to develop individualized treatment strategies and optimize patient outcomes.
• Participate actively in multidisciplinary conferences, tumor boards and other collaborative clinical activities within the breast disease team.
• Develop an independent academic program in basic, translational and/or clinical research aligned with the candidate’s interests and expertise.
• Participate in clinical research and clinical trials designed to advance surgical and multidisciplinary treatment approaches for breast cancer.
• Contribute to the education and mentorship of fellows, residents, medical students and other trainees.
• Participate in scholarly activities, including presentations, publications and opportunities for extramural research support.
• Support continued programmatic growth and innovation within the Division of Breast Surgery and Department of Surgical Oncology.

About the Department

The Department of Breast Surgery at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is part of a highly collaborative breast oncology program that brings together specialists in surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, breast imaging, pathology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and other disciplines to provide comprehensive, coordinated care for patients with breast cancer.

The program is led by Kazuaki Takabe, MD, PhD, FACS, FSSO, Clinical Chief of the Department of Breast Surgery, Breast Program Leader, Breast Cancer Service Line Leader, and The Alfiero Foundation Endowed Chair in Breast Oncology. An accomplished surgeon-scientist, Dr. Takabe brings together clinical breast surgical oncology and laboratory-based research with a focus on translating scientific discoveries into improved outcomes for patients.

The department offers a strong environment for surgeons seeking to combine exceptional clinical care with academic medicine, research, education, and innovation. Faculty work within an established multidisciplinary model and have opportunities to participate in clinical and translational research, clinical trials, mentorship, and the education of fellows, residents, and medical students. Roswell Park’s Breast Oncology Fellowship is accredited by the Society of Surgical Oncology and the American Society of Breast Surgeons.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative team with an established record of interdisciplinary care and research while having the opportunity to help advance the next generation of breast surgery at Roswell Park, including the development of comprehensive oncoplastic breast surgery and robotic mastectomy programs.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Join the nation’s first cancer center and an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center committed to transforming cancer care, research, and education
• Collaborate within a highly interdisciplinary academic environment dedicated to innovation, mentorship, and scientific discovery
• Access robust institutional research infrastructure, including Biostatistics, Biomedical Research Informatics, Bioinformatics, and the Data Bank and Biorepository Shared Resources
• Utilize precision oncology and epidemiologic data resources through ORIEN (Oncology Research Information Exchange Network)
• Work alongside passionate colleagues deeply committed to community outreach, engagement, and health equity
• Opportunity for an academic appointment with the University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
• Thrive in Buffalo, New York — a welcoming, affordable, and culturally vibrant city with a growing medical and research corridor

What You’ll Bring

• MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree
• Completion of an accredited General Surgery residency
• Board certification or board eligibility in General Surgery
• Specialized fellowship training in Surgical Oncology or Breast Oncology
• Eligibility for medical licensure in New York State
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in patient care, research, education, and program development
• Strong clinical and academic aspirations in breast oncology
• Expertise or demonstrated interest in oncoplastic breast surgery and/or robotic mastectomy is highly desirable
• A record of scholarly productivity, including high-impact publications, is preferred
• Current or prior extramural research funding is highly desirable
• Experience in academic leadership and/or clinical program development is preferred
• Commitment to multidisciplinary collaboration, mentorship, and the education of fellows, residents, medical students, and other trainees

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

License and Certification Requirement

1. License to practice as a Medical Doctor in the State of New York.
2. Possession of or eligibility for a valid medical specialty certificate in Breast Surgery.

Education and Experience

Medical Doctor degree and prior full-time experience in the specialty of Breast Surgery.

NOTE:

Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

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