Academic Physicians - Cancer Genetics #MED318a

US Diversity Job Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

The University of Chicago Medicine invites applications for full-time faculty positions in Cancer Genetics within the Department of Medicine, Section of Hematology/Oncology, and the Cancer Center.

Appointees will have regular clinic sessions at Hyde Park and possible network locations, participate in inpatient care, and collaborate with medical geneticists, genetic counselors, and other cancer specialists to provide precision-based care.

Qualifications

• Have a medical doctorate or equivalent.
• Hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois.
• Be BC/BE in Oncology.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive cancer genetics care in collaboration with medical geneticists, genetic counselors, and other cancer specialists.
• Regular clinic sessions at Hyde Park campus and possible network locations; attend inpatient services.
• Teach and supervise trainees and students; engage in research and scholarly activities.

Skills

Cancer genetics

Clinical collaboration

Teaching and supervision

Research and scholarly activities

Education

Medical Doctorate or equivalent

Illinois medical licensure eligibility

BC/BE in Oncology

Job description

The University of Chicago's Department of Medicine, Section of Hematology/Oncology, and the University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center invite applications for full-time faculty positions at any rank on the School of Medicine track from applicants who specialize in Cancer Genetics. Appointees will have regular clinic sessions at our Hyde Park campus and at possible network locations, and will also attend inpatient services. Appointees will collaborate with medical geneticists, genetic counselors, and other cancer specialists to provide comprehensive, precision-based care. The position will support the growth of cancer genetics services, expand patient access to this specialized expertise, and enhance clinical and/or translational research efforts. Appointees will engage in multidisciplinary collaborations with physicians and researchers across sections and departments. Other duties will include teaching and supervising trainees and students, as well as engaging in research and scholarly activities. Academic rank and compensation are dependent upon qualifications. These positions are benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must:

1. have a medical doctorate or equivalent
2. hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois
3. be BC/BE in Oncology