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THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
Health Sciences Center, Department of Surgery
Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery

The University of New Mexico (UNM) School of Medicine (SOM) Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery is seeking an exceptional cardiothoracic surgeon for a full-time faculty position. This position is being recruited at the Open Rank level; salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a surgeon interested in academic and clinical opportunities and will be expected to participate in clinical care, teaching, and university service.

UNM serves a large, medically complex population and is a consultative resource for the State of New Mexico and the Four Corners region of the Southwest. Outpatient oncology services are provided through the University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center (UNMCCC), the only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Cancer Center in a 500-mile radius. UNMCCC is one of only 51 cancer centers in the nation to be designated by the NCI as a comprehensive cancer center, the highest federal designation and rating for cancer centers. UNMCCC’s 125 board-certified oncology specialty physicians provide comprehensive cancer care in every specialty, adult and pediatric hematologists/medical oncologists, gynecologic oncologists, and radiation oncologists. The 130 cancer research scientists affiliated with the UNMCCC were awarded almost $60 million in federal and private grants and contracts for cancer research projects and published 301 high quality publications.

Cardiac surgery remains an essential component of acute inpatient and outpatient services at UNM as in every other tertiary, safety net hospital in the country; our brand-new Critical Care Tower opening October 2025 will provide access to state-of-the-art operating rooms including biplane hybrid OR, a brand new CTVICU staffed full time with specialized intensivists, and partnership with a nationally-recognized vascular surgery team specializing in complex aortic reconstruction.

New Mexico is known as the Land of Enchantment; the city of Albuquerque is a beautiful city with mountain to the east and a mesa to the west. It is ideal for outdoor activities and sports all year-round including running, hiking, biking and skiing. The State of New Mexico is multicultural and diverse with excellent local cuisine, breathtaking sunsets, multiple cultural and historic sites, lakes, rivers, deserts and mountains.

This is a benefits eligible position. UNM provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs.

Minimum requirements:

MD or equivalent

Board certification/eligibility in cardiothoracic surgery

Completion of an accredited residency in Cardiothoracic Surgery

Eligible for licensure in NM

Eligible for State of New Mexico Board of Pharmacy certification

Eligible for Federal DEA registration

Eligible to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications:

Distinguished personal record of clinical and research accomplishments in this specialty

Strong interest in teaching

Strong interest and expertise in minimally invasive surgery

A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities

Interested applicants must apply for this position via UNMJobs website, unmjobs.unm.edu/, Posting# req35097, please attach electronic copies of a current CV and letter of interest to the application. This position will remain open until filled; however, for best consideration, application and application materials should be received by March 1, 2026. For more information, please contact Edward Auyang, MD, Division Chief, General Surgery and Search Committee Chair at EAuyang@health.unm.edu

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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