Academic Hematologist Oncologist - Near Houston, Texas

Curative; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 297,000 - 363,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

RVU-based bonus

Job summary

Curative is seeking a Hematology/Oncology physician for an academic, clinic-focused role in Galveston, TX. The position allows a mix of general Hem/Onc, benign hematology, or a subspecialty focus, with autonomy and mentorship to grow the program while maintaining clinical volume.

The role emphasizes teaching fellows, research support, and opportunities to build services within an expanding division in a coastal Texas community.

Qualifications

• Board eligible/Board certified in Hematology and/or Medical Oncology.
• Early-career physicians (0–3 years) welcome; mid-career considered for leadership roles.
• Comfort with high patient volumes and interest in expanding regional access.
• Interest in teaching fellows and participating in academic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Clinic-forward schedule with opportunities to develop niche subspecialties.
• Teach fellows and participate in academic initiatives as desired.
• Contribute to program-building and expansion within an expanding Hem/Onc division.

Education

Board eligible/Board certified in Hematology and/or Medical Oncology

Job description

Hematology/Oncology Opportunity in Galveston, TX

You'll step into a high-impact Hematology/Oncology role with real opportunity to shape a growing academic cancer program. This is a Hematologist/Oncologist position with flexibility for general Hem/Onc, benign hematology, or select oncology subspecialty focus. If you're looking for autonomy, mentorship, and the chance to build services while staying clinically busy, let's talk.

Practice Overview

• You'll join an expanding academic Hem/Onc division with multiple new physicians already committed and additional growth underway
• Clinical faculty role with options to develop a niche (general Hem/Onc, benign heme, BMT/cellular therapy, sickle cell, and other focused interests)
• High patient demand and established referral need; expect meaningful volume and the ability to make immediate impact
• Opportunities for teaching, research support, and infusion access advantages (including 340B pricing)

Schedule

• Full-time employed academic appointment with a clinically focused practice
• Clinic-forward schedule with room to incorporate procedures and subspecialty work based on your interests
• Call structure and clinic load will be clarified directly during conversations; expect a practical, team-based approach as the division grows
• Flexibility to align your mix of clinical, teaching, and program-building time as you ramp in

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary starting at approximately $330,000/year, guaranteed for your first 2 years
• RVU-based bonus potential for physicians who exceed productivity expectations
• Relocation assistance up to approximately $13,000 (structured per system policy, with some room for creative packaging)
• Comprehensive benefits package through a major academic employer (retirement, insurance options, and malpractice coverage)

Candidate Requirements

• Board eligible/board certified in Hematology and/or Medical Oncology (depending on your focus)
• Early-career physicians (0-3 years out of training) welcomed; mid-career candidates considered for leadership-forward roles
• Comfort with high patient volumes initially and interest in helping expand access across the region
• Interest in teaching fellows and participating in academic initiatives (as desired)

Community & Location Highlights

• Coastal living in Galveston with beach access, local dining, and an easygoing day-to-day lifestyle
• Approximate 45-minute drive to Houston for major metro amenities and additional professional opportunities
• Access to major airports within driving distance for straightforward regional and national travel
• Appealing mix of neighborhoods and housing options compared with larger Texas metros

Reach out today to learn more about this opportunity and how it aligns with your career goals.