Description

Breast Surgical Oncologist

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine | UPMC Hillman Cancer Center | UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

THE OPPORTUNITY

Join a program that defined modern breast surgery

The Division of Breast Surgical Oncology at the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. We seek a fellowship-trained, board-certified surgeon committed to clinical excellence, scholarly inquiry, and the education of future breast surgical oncologists.

Our program carries legacy. Dr. Bernard Fisher conducted the landmark NSABP trials from Pittsburgh that permanently transformed breast cancer treatment - establishing the equivalence of breast-conserving surgery and the role of adjuvant systemic therapy. Joining our faculty means building upon that foundation within one of the most accomplished breast programs in the country.

CLINICAL PRACTICE

A high-volume, fully supported practice

The successful candidate will join seven dedicated full-time breast surgical oncologists, practicing primarily at our central Pittsburgh campus with potential for one additional community site. Each surgeon is supported by an Advanced Practice Provider (APP). The broader breast cancer program sees over 2,000 new cases annually across the full spectrum of benign and malignant breast disease, with established volume and significant potential for growth.

Early opportunities exist for leadership and program building at the hospital level. Research and educational involvement are flexible and can be tailored to the candidate's interests.

Clinical services include:

• Breast surgical oncology and complex oncoplastic procedures

• Full access to plastic and reconstructive surgery for implant-based and autologous reconstruction, nerve preservation techniques and lymphatic reconstruction

• Screening and diagnostic mammography, ultrasound, MRI, CEM, and image-guided biopsy

• Medical oncology and radiation oncology through the UPMC Hillman network

• Breast cancer risk assessment, genetics counseling, and prevention services

• Specialized lymphedema medical care following breast cancer treatment

• Multidisciplinary survivorship support programs

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Base Salary $300,000 - $500,000 depending on experience

Incentive Plan Performance-based incentive above base

CME Allowance $4,111 annually

Benefits Health, dental, vision, and pension

THE INSTITUTION

UPMC Health System

UPMC is a $23 billion world-renowned health care provider and insurer, and the largest employer in Pennsylvania, comprising more than 40 academic, community, and specialty hospitals and over 800 doctors' offices and outpatient sites. With 92,000 employees - including 4,900 physicians - UPMC is inventing new models of accountable, cost-effective, patient-centered care. The University of Pittsburgh, its academic partner, has ranked among the top 10 recipients of NIH research funding every year since 1998.

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

UPMC Magee-Womens is the primary clinical home for this position. Magee delivers breast cancer care in close collaboration with UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, offering coordinated, multidisciplinary care from screening and diagnosis through treatment and survivorship. Magee has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report for excellence in obstetrics and gynecology - including a No. 24 national ranking in 2024 - and for outstanding Black maternal health outcomes.

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center - NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center holds NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center designation, a distinction shared by fewer than 60 institutions nationally. This reflects outstanding scientific excellence and a commitment to translating discovery directly to patient care. Hillman supports a robust clinical trials portfolio, multidisciplinary disease teams, and a research culture at the forefront of oncologic practice.

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine & Department of Surgery

The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine ranks among the nation's top medical schools for NIH research funding, with faculty who have shaped the fields of transplant surgery, immunology, neuroscience, and oncology. The Department of Surgery is one of the most prominent in the country - a training ground for surgical leaders, with a residency and fellowship program widely regarded as among the finest in North America.

LIFE IN PITTSBURGH

A city that surprises and sustains

Pittsburgh consistently ranks among America's most livable cities - recently leaping to No. 26 on U.S. News & World Report's Best Places to Live list and named the sixth-most affordable U.S. city. Home to the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University, it is a mid-size city with the amenities of a major metropolitan area: an internationally recognized culinary scene, world-class arts and culture, and a genuine community spirit.

• Outstanding public and private schools, safe neighborhoods, and spacious homes at accessible price points make Pittsburgh exceptional for raising a family

• Known as the City of Bridges - with 446 bridges, more than any city in the country - Pittsburgh's dramatic riverside topography is unlike anywhere else

• The Great Allegheny Passage offers 334 miles of car-free trail for hiking, cycling, and running; skiing is within two hours

• Carnegie Museums, Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Andy Warhol Museum, and a thriving dining and arts scene reflect deep cultural richness

• Passionate sports culture centered on the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates creates extraordinary civic pride and community

• Cost of living is significantly lower than peer academic cities, offering a quality of life rarely available in major medical centers

QUALIFICATIONS

Who we are looking for

Candidates should hold an MD or MD/PhD, be board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery, and have completed a fellowship in breast surgical oncology. Eligibility for Pennsylvania medical licensure is required. We welcome applicants at all career stages - from newly trained fellowship graduates to established academic surgeons. Rank and division of effort will be determined collaboratively based on the candidate's background and goals.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should submit a current curriculum vitae (CV) to the Division of Breast Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Emilia Diego, MD diegoe@upmc.edu