Clinical Associates, Robotic and Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery SUR184

Company: The University of Chicago
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

The University of Chicago's Department of Surgery, Section of Cardiac Surgery, seeks Clinical Associates at full-time effort for renewable terms of up to three years. Clinical responsibilities will include primarily operating with the lead robotic surgeon and robotic cardiac team. Appointees will also be expected to take independent call for the Section and to possibly support offsite community practices, such as Northwest Indiana. These positions do not require teaching or scholarly activity. Compensation is dependent upon qualifications. These positions are benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook . Appointees will contribute to patient care and join a vibrant and distinguished community of faculty colleagues and learners at UChicago Medicine, the Biological Sciences Division, the Pritzker School of Medicine, and the University of Chicago and its affiliates. The University of Chicago Medicine has been at the forefront of medical care since 1927. Located in historic Hyde Park, the primary medical campus includes the Center for Care and Discovery, Comer Children’s Hospital, Bernard A. Mitchell Hospital for adult inpatient care, and the Duchossois Center for Advanced Medicine (DCAM) totaling more than 550 beds in service and net patient care revenues over $1.4 billion. The University of Chicago Heart & Vascular Center has nationally recognized research and education programs that build on collaborations throughout the University and is active in clinical operations and quality improvement in the Medical Center. The Robotic Cardiac Surgery program at UChicago Medicine is recognized as an international leader in multispectrum and advanced robotic cardiac surgery. Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must: 1) have a medical doctorate or equivalent, 2) hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois and the State of Indiana, 3) be board-certified or board-eligible by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery or equivalent, and 4) have completed an ACGME accredited fellowship and/or equivalent training in cardiovascular/thoracic (CVT) surgery. We especially welcome applicants with cardiothoracic minimally invasive or robotic experience. To be considered, those interested must apply through The University of Chicago’s Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: https://apply.interfolio.com/174196 . Applicants must upload a CV and cover letter. Review of applications ends when the positions are filled. For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit http://tiny.cc/InterfolioHelp .

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