Academic Position-Cardiovascular Surgeon Transplantation, Mechanical Circulatory

The Indiana University Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery in conjunction with IU Health Medical Group invites applications for a full-time Cardiovascular Surgeon with specialized training in Transplantation and Mechanical Circulatory Support to join our highly skilled multidisciplinary team in the Indianapolis Metro Region. Applicants should have experience in teaching residents and fellows, and passion for caring for complex cardiovascular patients.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing advanced adult cardiovascular surgical operations including complex coronary revascularization, valve repair and replacement, mechanical circulatory support and ECMO procedures as well as cardiac transplant, lung transplant, and procurement operations. They will support and contribute to a growing practice with highly collaborative and interdependent quality systems in place for successful patient outcomes. This is a full-time faculty position;

salary and academic rank will be commensurate with experience.

Indiana University Health System is a major regional and statewide referral center with a strong tradition of innovation, research, and multi‑disciplinary collaboration. The IU Health System is undergoing expansion of the statewide cardiovascular institute and hospital specialty practices, with strategic investment in surgical innovation, faculty recruitment, and opening of a new $6 Billion state‑of‑the‑art Academic Health Center in 2027. The Indiana University Department of Surgery and School of Medicine are committed to the education, promotion, and development of successful surgical leaders and surgeon scientists.

This position is dually employed by IU Health Medical Group and IU School of Medicine with a comprehensive benefit package.

The City of Indianapolis is a booming cultural hub with top universities, global business and pharmaceutical industry, world‑class social attractions and dining, premier sporting events, and genuinely friendly neighbors. The Circle City ranks as one of the nation's top three most livable downtowns with a low cost of living and greater than average job growth.

• Provide patient care in Cardiovascular Surgery, Cardiothoracic transplantation and mechanical circulatory support.
• Support and contribute to a growing collaborative Academic practice, Cardiovascular Institute and the Mission of Indiana University Health and School of Medicine.
• Participate in scholarly activity, resident education, and system‑wide quality initiatives.

• Have an MD/DO and be board‑certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
• Have completed a general surgery residency program and cardiothoracic surgery fellowship or integrated residency program, and additional specialty training in Cardiopulmonary Transplantation and Mechanical Circulatory Support. Preferred applicants will have a minimum of two years of employment experience following completion of training.
• Be licensed or eligible to be licensed to practice medicine in Indiana.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a large dynamic health system.
• Commit to the teaching of fellows, residents, and medical students.
• Have a passion for innovation and investigation in the specialty of cardiothoracic surgery.

Indianapolis, Indiana, the 17th largest U.S. city, is a sophisticated city blending charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. Residents of this dynamic city enjoy:

• Leading educational system and top‑ranked universities, paired with a diverse population
• Vibrant downtown offering arts, theaters, world‑class museums, zoo, concerts and memorials
• Named to U.S. News & World Report's 2023‑2024 list of the best places to live in the United States
• Top‑ranked international airport:
  Best Airport in North America twelve consecutive years
• Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the most diverse counties in America, as well as one of the best cities to live in and buy a house in the country
• Historic neighborhoods with surrounding cultural districts and low cost of living
• Outdoor recreation includes golfing, boating and unique…