Neurosurgery: Spine, Weill Cornell Medicine, Queens

OverviewThe Department of Neurological Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine, in collaboration with Och Spine at NewYork-Presbyterian, seeks a board-certified/board-eligible academic neurosurgeon (Assistant or Associate Professor), fellowship-trained in complex spine and/or spinal deformity surgery, to join our regional network. The successful candidate will be based at NewYork-Presbyterian/Queens, where they will grow a practice in complex spine surgery. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and participation in the Faculty Physician Organization.About the program and siteIn 2022, Newsweek ranked us as the #1 neurology/neurosurgery service in the world; we remained on the top neuro services list in 2023 and 2024. We are part of the NewYork-Presbyterian system, a top U.S. hospital offering opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. NewYork-Presbyterian/Queens serves a diverse patient population with a commitment to high-quality care. The Och Spine program at NewYork-Presbyterian, launched in 2015, has achieved notable results in quality, patient care, clinical outcomes, and physician recruitment, and supports a leading translational spine research program.ResponsibilitiesMaintain a clinical practice in complex spine surgery.Participate in clinical research focused on advancing spine surgery techniques and outcomes.Contribute to the education and training of residents, medical students, and fellows.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across orthopedic surgery, pain management, and rehabilitation medicine.Engage in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.QualificationsBasic qualifications: MD from an accredited institution; completion of an ACGME-accredited neurosurgery residency; fellowship training in complex spine and/or spinal deformity surgery; board certification or eligibility in Neurological Surgery (ABNS); demonstrated experience in teaching residents and medical students; evidence of clinical research contributions; New York State medical license (or eligibility); DEA certification; ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.Preferred qualifications: expertise demonstrating innovation in spinal surgery techniques or devices; experience with patient safety and quality improvement initiatives; language proficiency in Spanish or Mandarin is a plus.Salary and BenefitsThe salary range for this position is: Assistant Professor: $421,655–$803,112; Associate Professor: $367,442–$943,197. This range excludes benefits and any incentive payments based on quality measures and productivity that may apply. The selected candidate will have an academic appointment at Weill Cornell Medicine, with rank commensurate with experience and scholarly accomplishments. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package.About the employerNewYork-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine are equal opportunity employers.How to applyApply NowShare This JobEmailFacebookXLinkedInExplore This LocationExplore this location for more information about Queens, Flushing, and surrounding areas. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-25