Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center · 3 days ago
Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Chair of Surgery
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$1,950K/yr - $2,300K/yr
5+ years expMemorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) is dedicated to ending cancer for life through specialized care and innovative research. They are seeking an exceptional academic surgeon to lead the Department of Surgery, overseeing surgical services and shaping strategy across clinical care, research, and education.
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Responsibilities
Report directly to the Chief Physician Executive and Hospital President
Provide programmatic oversight for all surgical services at MSK (excluding the freestanding Department of Neurosurgery)
Shape and execute strategy across clinical care, research, education, and faculty development for the Department of Surgery
Maintain an active surgical practice while leading operational excellence across inpatient and outpatient sites, including MSK’s regional network in Long Island, Westchester, and New Jersey
Advance a contemporary research vision; promote grant funding, publications, and scholarship; and elevate the national and international profile of MSK Surgery and its fellowship programs
Build strong collaborations with peer Department Chairs, SKI leadership, and external academic partners to drive multidisciplinary programs and training
Qualification
Required
MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent with board certification by the American Board of Surgery (or international equivalent)
Nationally or internationally recognized academic clinician in cancer surgery (e.g., general surgical oncology, thoracic, gynecologic, head and neck, orthopedic, and related disciplines)
5–7+ years of progressive leadership experience (e.g., Department Chair, Vice Chair, Section/Division Chief, or Director) in an academic health system or cancer center
Active clinical practice with an outstanding reputation for clinical excellence and qualifications for appointment at the rank of Full Professor
Demonstrated success recruiting, developing, and mentoring diverse, high‑performing faculty and leaders
Experience overseeing complex clinical operations and quality performance across inpatient and outpatient settings, including regional networks
Track record of growing research programs and promoting academic excellence, including grants, publications, and multidisciplinary program development
Exceptional communication, consensus‑building, and stakeholder engagement skills; eligibility for medical licensure in New York State
Preferred
Strategic leadership and service line planning for a large, complex surgical enterprise
Operational excellence and quality improvement, including patient experience and outcomes
Faculty engagement, development, retention, and succession planning
Research vision setting and support for grant funding, clinical trials, and scholarly productivity
Collaboration across departments and institutions; effective communication and change leadership
Benefits
This executive will be eligible for retirement and additional benefits.
Company
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$102.31MKey Investors
Hyundai Hope On WheelsMassMutual FoundationNational Cancer Institute
2024-08-28Grant· $0.1M
2023-07-12Grant· $0.01M
2022-09-27Grant· $0.2M
Leadership Team
Jeffrey Richard
Vice President for Development
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Cole Manship
Director of Product, MSK Direct
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