Shoulder and Elbow Orthopaedic 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 Shoulder and Elbow Orthopaedic 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 Department of Orthopaedics at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an opening for a faculty position as an Orthopaedic Shoulder/Elbow Surgeon in the tenure track. Rank will be determined based on the chosen candidate's qualifications. Management of complex shoulder and elbow disorders will be the primary focus of the practice including arthroplasty, advanced arthroscopic techniques, and salvage reconstructive shoulder and elbow procedures. The incumbent will become part of the shoulder and elbow division with three other surgeons within an outstanding academic orthopaedic department.

Minimum requirements include completion of a residency in orthopaedic surgery and a one-year advanced fellowship training in shoulder and elbow surgery, or equivalent plus board certification or board eligibility. Interest and experience in shoulder biomechanics and/or clinical outcomes research are preferred.

Applicants should have a sincere desire to develop and mentor others to develop focused clinical, research, and educational programs in musculoskeletal disorders, which will include publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at national meetings. The shoulder and elbow division has a shoulder and elbow fellowship that is currently recognized by the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES). The applicant will participate in the training of the fellow both in the clinic and the operating room along with training orthopedic surgery residents.

Overall, candidates need to have demonstrated an exceptional academic interest and a clear track record of excellence in all aspects of orthopaedics, including clinical care, education, and clinical and basic science research.

The University of Utah Health Sciences Center (HSC) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The University of Utah HSC 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 the mission of the University of Utah HSC.

Submit CV and cover letter to: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/206388

Inquiries may be sent to:

Robert Z. Tashjian, M.D.

Professor, Ezekiel R. Dumke, Jr. Presidential Endowed Professor

Department of Orthopaedics University of Utah School of Medicine

590 Wakara Way

Salt Lake City, Utah 84108

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

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Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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Notice

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Special Instructions for Candidates

Please complete the online application and submit with a cover letter, CV, and list of references. Please query your references to submit a letter either through the online application system or directly to melody.berg@hsc.utah.edu. Please note that by adding your references name and contact information directly into the application, the system will automatically send a request for a reference. If you do not want your references to be automatically contacted. please do not provide their contact information in the application.

Open Date 07/31/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Requisition Number PRN04098F 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
• No

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