Hematology Director | $650K + $60K Sign-On | Cellular Therapy Launch | IL

Jackson Physician Search; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 540,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Malpractice coverage

Relocation assistance

CME

401(k) match

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

Jackson Physician Search in Bloomington, IL, seeks a founding Director of Hematologic Malignancies to shape a 20-physician program and lead Phase 1 and 2 clinical trials within a new, state-of-the-art cancer center.

The leader will drive program development, collaborate with the University of Illinois system, and enjoy 40% protected research time, potential academic appointment, and access to a basic science lab. Salary starts at $600K with additional leadership compensation.

Responsibilities

• Lead Phase 1 & 2 trials and build the hematology/oncology program.
• Allocate 40% protected research and leadership time.
• Pursue optional academic faculty appointment and access to a basic science lab.
• Operate within a new $250 million cancer center with Epic EMR.

Job description

This award-winning regional nonprofit health system has launched a 20-physician hematology and oncology program, fueled by philanthropic investment and a dynamic collaboration with the University of Illinois system. This is a unique opportunity to shape how care is provided in the region as founding Director of Hematologic Malignancies, building the group's culture and a cellular therapy program with a robust focus on Phase 1 & 2 clinical trials.

Your Opportunity to Lead:

• Become a key contributor to Phase 1 & 2 clinical trials as you build the program, with 40% protected research and leadership time
• Optional academic faculty appointment, access to a basic science lab, and partnership with the University of Illinois system, the largest medical school system in the US
• New $250 million, state-of-the-art cancer center with Epic EMR
• Salaries start at $600K, with additional compensation for your leadership time + generous sign-on
• Reasonable patient volumes with the autonomy to build the practice you want, and very little benign hematology
• Full health benefits, occurrence-based malpractice, relocation assistance, CME, 401(k) match and PSLF eligibility

About the Community:

• This vibrant community of 400K is consistently ranked among the top 150 best metro areas to live in the US, offering affordability and a high quality of life. It's perfectly positioned between St. Louis & Chicago for quick getaways.
• History buffs love exploring the city's rich past, while art enthusiasts will appreciate the vibrant scene of theaters, music venues and galleries. Families will find lots of kids' activities and excellent public and private school options.
• With its international airport, two universities and beautiful riverfront, it offers all the conveniences of a large college town in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.