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Albany Medical College is seeking a highly accomplished Division Chief of Cardiac Surgery to lead our growing team. This is a professor-level faculty position offering the opportunity to shape the future of cardiac and thoracic care across our health system and region.

As Chief, you will oversee a division comprised of 4–6 cardiac surgeons and 4–5 thoracic surgeons , with dedicated sections for Cardiac Surgery and Thoracic Surgery. You will guide daily operations, support faculty and administrators, and drive growth in clinical, academic and research programs.

Highlights of the Position

• Leadership role shaping the vision and strategy for cardiothoracic surgery at the region’s only academic medical center.
• Nationally recognized TAVR program – one of the busiest in the country.
• Future-focused innovation with plans to launch robotic surgery and cardiac assist device programs.
• Integration of care – support seamless collaboration across cardiac and thoracic specialties within the Albany Med Health System.
• Regional growth – expand access to advanced surgical care throughout northeastern New York.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including :

This position is not eligible for a J1 waiver but candidates on an H1B or O1 visa are encouraged to apply.

Albany Medical Center is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New York’s Capital Region and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees.

Albany Medical Center offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care and administration. We value all our staff members and offer outstanding employee benefits including :

Anchored in the state’s historic capital city, Albany Medical Center offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient care and is home to the region’s largest hospital, only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and only children’s hospital. The downtown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College.