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The Department of Surgery at Houston Methodist Hospital (HMH) in the Texas Medical Center seeks an accomplished Breast Surgeon and academic leader to serve as Section Chief of Breast Surgery within the Division of Surgical Oncology and Gastrointestinal Surgery and Medical Director of the Breast Program at the Houston Methodist Neal Cancer Center (HMNCC).
This is an opportunity to lead a system-wide academic breast surgery program at Houston Methodist Hospital, which is ranked No. 19 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report. The successful candidate will be clinically based at HMH and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of breast specialists, including radiologists, pathologists, reconstructive surgeons, and medical and radiation oncologists.
The Section Chief/Medical Director will provide clinical, strategic, and academic leadership for the breast program, with responsibility for program development, quality improvement, multidisciplinary care, and education. Responsibilities include participation in breast tumor boards, teaching general surgery residents and medical students, and developing breast surgery curriculum and conferences. Shared, limited surgical oncology/breast surgery call coverage is available, if desired.
Qualified Candidates
Candidates should have significant surgical leadership and administrative experience and demonstrated expertise in the management of benign and malignant breast disease. Fellowship training in breast surgery and/or complex general surgical oncology and American Board of Surgery certification are preferred. Highly experienced breast surgeons without formal fellowship training will also be considered.
Houston Methodist offers protected academic time and institutional support for clinical research, clinical trials, education, and other scholarly pursuits, with academic appointments available through Houston Methodist and Weill Cornell Medicine.
Academic appointment will be commensurate with experience and qualifications at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level.
This is an opportunity to shape the growth and direction of a system-wide breast program while practicing in the Texas Medical Center alongside nationally recognized experts in cancer care, research, and education.
About Houston Methodist Hospital
Houston Methodist Hospital, the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist in the Texas Medical Center, is the No. 1 hospital in Texas for the 15th consecutive year and a U.S. News & World Report Honor Roll hospital. HMH is nationally ranked in 10 specialties, including No. 19 in the nation for cancer care.
Welcome to Houston
Houston is the fourth-largest city in the United States and offers an exceptional combination of world-class dining, arts, culture, international diversity, and professional opportunities. With no state individual income tax and a relatively affordable cost of living compared with other major U.S. cities, Houston provides an attractive setting for both professional and personal life.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Interested Candidates, please send your resume to Tricia Selsberg at selsberg_mdrecruitment@houstonmethodist.org
The Department of Surgery at Houston Methodist Hospital (HMH) in the Texas Medical Center seeks an accomplished Breast Surgeon and academic leader to serve as Section Chief of Breast Surgery within the Division of Surgical Oncology and Gastrointestinal Surgery and Medical Director of the Breast Program at the Houston Methodist Neal Cancer Center (HMNCC).
This is an opportunity to lead a system-wide academic breast surgery program at Houston Methodist Hospital, which is ranked No. 19 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report. The successful candidate will be clinically based at HMH and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of breast specialists, including radiologists, pathologists, reconstructive surgeons, and medical and radiation oncologists.
The Section Chief/Medical Director will provide clinical, strategic, and academic leadership for the breast program, with responsibility for program development, quality improvement, multidisciplinary care, and education. Responsibilities include participation in breast tumor boards, teaching general surgery residents and medical students, and developing breast surgery curriculum and conferences. Shared, limited surgical oncology/breast surgery call coverage is available, if desired.
Qualified Candidates
Candidates should have significant surgical leadership and administrative experience and demonstrated expertise in the management of benign and malignant breast disease. Fellowship training in breast surgery and/or complex general surgical oncology and American Board of Surgery certification are preferred. Highly experienced breast surgeons without formal fellowship training will also be considered.
Houston Methodist offers protected academic time and institutional support for clinical research, clinical trials, education, and other scholarly pursuits, with academic appointments available through Houston Methodist and Weill Cornell Medicine.
Academic appointment will be commensurate with experience and qualifications at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level.
This is an opportunity to shape the growth and direction of a system-wide breast program while practicing in the Texas Medical Center alongside nationally recognized experts in cancer care, research, and education.
About Houston Methodist Hospital
Houston Methodist Hospital, the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist in the Texas Medical Center, is the No. 1 hospital in Texas for the 15th consecutive year and a U.S. News & World Report Honor Roll hospital. HMH is nationally ranked in 10 specialties, including No. 19 in the nation for cancer care.
Welcome to Houston
Houston is the fourth-largest city in the United States and offers an exceptional combination of world-class dining, arts, culture, international diversity, and professional opportunities. With no state individual income tax and a relatively affordable cost of living compared with other major U.S. cities, Houston provides an attractive setting for both professional and personal life.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Senior Level Section Chief Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level section chief job?
Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who have led cross-functional teams, owned program or policy outcomes end to end, and can demonstrate measurable impact at an organizational level. A strong application highlights decisions you drove, teams you developed, and complex initiatives you delivered. Tailoring your resume to show strategic ownership, not just task execution, is what separates competitive candidates at this stage.
Which companies hire senior level section chiefs?
Companies hiring senior level section chiefs right now include Virginia Commonwealth University, Houston Methodist, and Boston Medical Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large government agencies, defense contractors, healthcare systems, and established private-sector organizations that run structured divisions requiring experienced leadership.
Are there remote senior level section chief jobs?
Yes, though remote availability varies by sector and agency type. About 0% of senior level section chief openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with government and defense roles more likely to require on-site presence and private-sector and consulting positions more likely to offer flexible arrangements.
What makes a section chief role senior level?
Senior level section chief roles carry broader authority and deeper accountability than mid-level ones. Expectations include owning a section's strategic direction, managing managers or senior individual contributors, resolving complex operational problems with limited oversight, and advising executive leadership. These roles also typically involve mentoring junior staff, shaping policy or process at a division level, and representing the section in cross-agency or cross-department settings.
Which industries hire the most senior level section chiefs?
Senior Level section chief roles concentrate in Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to operate large, hierarchical departments where experienced leaders are needed to manage specialized teams, enforce compliance standards, and coordinate across multiple units or jurisdictions.