Orthopaedic Musculoskeletal Oncology Surgeon - Tenure track/Rank dependent on qualifications

Posting Details

The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

Position Information

Position/Rank Orthopaedic Musculoskeletal Oncology Surgeon - Tenure track/Rank dependent on qualifications Department 00269 - Orthopedic Surgery Operations City Salt Lake City, UT Track Tenure Track New Position to Begin ASAP Details

The University of Utah School of Medicine has an opening for a faculty position as an orthopaedic surgeon-scientist with a clinical focus in surgical musculoskeletal oncology. The position will be on the tenure track and the rank will be determined based on the chosen candidate's specific qualifications, background, and career trajectory. The incumbent will be become an integral part of a dynamic sarcoma orthopaedic team within an outstanding academic orthopaedic department. The candidate will also engage in the rich clinical and research environment of the multidisciplinary sarcoma program of the NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center at Huntsman Cancer Institute.

Minimum requirements include completion of a residency in orthopaedic surgery and a one-year advanced fellowship training in musculoskeletal oncology or sarcoma orthopaedics, or equivalent, plus board certification or board eligibility. Additional advanced training in basic investigation that can support the development of an extra-murally-funded research program is highly recommended.

Each applicant should have a sincere desire to establish an independent scientific enterprise and mentor others to develop focused clinical, research and educational programs in musculoskeletal disorders. Such will include publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at national meetings. Candidates need to have demonstrated an exceptional academic interest and a clear track record of excellence in orthopaedics, including clinical care, education, and science research.

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

About Huntsman Cancer Institute

As part of the University of Utah, the current Huntsman Cancer Institute enterprise includes over 300 cancer-focused research teams and has established outstanding programs in laboratory research, clinical cancer research, and cancer control and population sciences and cross-disciplinary disease centers. HCI is the only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in the Mountain West, and provides care for cancer patients in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, and Wyoming. With over 1 million square feet dedicated to research and clinical care, it provides patient and prevention education to residents from across the Mountain West and beyond. The institute uniquely and seamlessly integrates the cancer hospital with research buildings, enhancing the connection between cutting-edge research and clinical care.

Address questions and a cover letter to the individual listed below via the following link:

https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/209438

Darrel S. Brodke, M.D.

Louis and Janet Peery Presidential Endowed Chair

Professor and Sr. Vice Chair of Faculty Affairs

Department of Orthopaedics

University of Utah School of Medicine

melody.berg@hsc.utah.edu

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

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Notice

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Special Instructions for Candidates

Please submit a completed application, cover letter, current CV, and three external letters of reference. Reference letters must be on institutional letterhead, dated, and signed.

References may submit their letters through the online application system or email them directly to melody.berg@hsc.utah.edu. Please note that entering a reference's name and contact information in the application will automatically generate a request for a reference letter.

Open Date 09/18/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Requisition Number PRN04129F Type Faculty

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons?
• Yes
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Description for More Information - Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) - Veteran Only
• Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Document Description for More Information - Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3