Hematology/Oncology, Academic Hematology Oncology

Location

Columbia, MO | United States

Job description

The University of Missouri School of Medicine

Department of Medicine

Division of Hematology Oncology 

Hematologist Oncologist

The University of Missouri's  Division of Hematology & Medical Oncology and MU Health Care are seeking hematology-oncology candidates at the Assistant Professor level or higher, and we welcome your application.

The division is currently undergoing strong expansion in all areas, including starting a bone marrow transplantation and CAR-T cell therapy program. Additional focus is on the growth of our Theranostics program.

We will prioritize candidates with experience and interest in specializing in BMT/CAR-T, Malignant Hematology. Breast, Lung, Head & Neck, Brain, or Benign Hematology, reflecting the needs for a rapidly growing program. 

Candidates from diverse, and under-represented backgrounds are  strongly encouraged to apply.

About Us: 

As part of the  Ellis Fischel Cancer Center and the NextGen Precision Medicine Initiative, candidates with interest in clinical and translational research find an integrative network of clinicians and researchers to provide high-quality patient care and state-of-the-art therapies to Missouri. They will be part of cutting-edge world-class research and have access to the most novel biomedical technologies.

Our Hematology and Oncology fellowship program consists of 3 fellows per year.

Job Details: 

• Team:
  • 8 physician faculty
  • 3 Ph.D. faculty
  • 6 APPs

• Dedicated cancer hospital, Ellis Fischel Hospital, located within the main University Hospital campus.

• Hospital Call: 7 to 8 weeks per year

• Clinical Trials: Roughly 45-50 clinical trials are being conducted at any given time with increases expected with continued development.

• Competitive base salary starting at $400K with productivity incentive
• Hiring bonuses available and include student loan repayment assistance, stipends for highly qualified fellows willing to commit early
• All ranks, all tracks available.

Qualifications:  

• MD/DO
• BC/BE
• Commitment to continuous development and growth of clinical services, clinical teaching activities, and research. 
• Rank commensurate with experience. All ranks available (assistant, associate, full professor)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interests in specializing in one or several of the following focus areas: Bone Marrow Transplantation/CAR T cell therapy
• Breast Cancer
• Lung
• Head & Neck
• Brain
• Benign Hematology
• Malignant Hematology
• Basic science research experience or interest
• Currently funded physician-scientists
• Clinical Trial experience
• 3+ years in clinical, academic practice

Please note that we cannot consider candidates seeking J1 waivers with an anticipated start date on or before July 1, 2024.  

Employees of the University of Missouri and University of Missouri Healthcare are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

Our Community

Columbia is rated by Forbes magazine as the fifth best small city for business and careers in America and is consistently rated a top place to live by Money Magazine, boasting a low cost of living, a vibrant community, and nationally renowned public schools. Columbia is an ideal college town that combines small-town comforts, and community spirit, with big-city culture, activities, and resources. Our community is energetic and engaged, packed with restaurants and entertainment venues, and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at U.M. System Total Rewards Benefits

Our Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each persons success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.

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