Leukemia Specialist (193831)

University-of-Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 221,000 - 515,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rochester in Rochester, NY is recruiting a Hematology/Oncology faculty member focused on leukemia treatment and patient care. The position emphasizes leading an active clinical practice, contributing to a robust clinical trial portfolio, and advancing clinical and translational research within Wilmot Cancer Institute.

The role offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and strong programmatic support across URMC and UR Medicine.

Qualifications

• MD, MD/PhD or equivalent.
• Must obtain a New York State Medical License prior to start date.
• Eligible for Faculty Appointment at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry.
• Must meet all credentialing requirements.
• Eligible for Board Certification in Hematology/Oncology.
• Post offer Drug Screen and Health Assessment required.
• Compliance with University and New York State health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead an active clinical practice with robust leukemias patient care.
• Support and contribute to ongoing clinical and translational research.
• Develop and manage a strong clinical trial portfolio.
• Collaborate with internal teams across Wilmot Cancer Institute, URMC, and UR Medicine.
• Foster relationships with faculty, staff, residents, and fellows.

Education

MD, MD/PhD

New York State Medical License

Faculty Appointment eligibility at URSMD

Board Certification in Hematology/Oncology

Credentialing requirements

Job description

University of Rochester: Office of the Provost: University of Rochester Medical Center: School of Medicine and Dentistry: Medicine: Medicine: Hematology/Oncology

Location

Strong Memorial Hospital

Open Date

Oct 19, 2026

Salary Range or Pay Grade

$220,640 - $515,000 a year

Description

The Department of Medicine, Hematology/Oncology Division and the Wilmot Cancer Institute are seeking a faculty that specializes in treating patients with Leukemia.

We are recruiting clinical researchers with a focus on contributing to a robust clinical trial portfolio supporting the Wilmot Cancer Institute's patient population and further scientific and clinical discoveries.

THE POSITION

The division is recruiting clinical researchers with a focus on contributing to a robust clinical trial portfolio supporting Wilmot Cancer Institute's patient population and furthering scientific and clinical discovery. This will be achieved through a collaborative spirit of partnership with internal teams, including basic and translational scientists, clinicians and investigators, and other clinical and support staff.The ideal candidate will be expected to be a trusted colleague, clinician, investigator, and leader, and build productive relationships with teams across Wilmot, URMC, and UR Medicine, faculty, staff, residents, and fellows.Candidates will need to lead an active clinical practice, supporting clinical trial accruals and contributing to ongoing clinical and translational research, and ideally building relationships across the clinical and basic science departments, funded investigators, clinical trials office.A competitive salary, generous benefits, and programmatic and research support will be provided.

THE ENVIRONMENT

Wilmot provides best-in-class cancer treatment and care to approximately three million people in New York State and conducts pivotal research with the goal of preventing and conquering cancer through innovations in science, patient care, education, and community outreach. Wilmot features an 87-bed flagship cancer center, 13 outpatient locations, and one of the state’s largest blood and marrow transplant programs. Wilmot is home to the region’s first cancer survivorship clinic and one of the nation’s first geriatric oncology clinics. Wilmot’s 198 oncology physicians and 514 oncology nurses see more than 7,000 new cancer patients each year. In 2024, Wilmot researchers had $30.9 million in cancer funding, $25.8 million in peer reviewed funding and over $14 million in NCI funding.

URMC and UR Medicine (the clinical enterprise) form the centerpiece of the University’s medical research, teaching, patient care, and community missions. URMC has an integrated administrative structure, budget, and strategic plan. As one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers, URMC ranks among the top quarter of U.S. medical centers in federal research funding, has an overall revenue of approximately $6 billion, and houses the flagship hospital, Strong Memorial Hospital - an 886-bed quaternary care facility. In addition, URMC includes the School of Medicine and Dentistry, School of Nursing, the Golisano Children’s Hospital, Eastman Institute for Oral Health, Sovie Center for Advanced Practice Providers, UR Medical Faculty Group, and UR Medicine comprises seven additional community hospitals.

About the Employer

Wilmot provides best-in-class cancer treatment and care to approximately three million people in New York State and conducts pivotal research with the goal of preventing and conquering cancer through innovations in science, patient care, education, and community outreach. Wilmot features an 87-bed flagship cancer center, 13 outpatient locations, and one of the state’s largest blood and marrow transplant programs. Wilmot is home to the region’s first cancer survivorship clinic and one of the nation’s first geriatric oncology clinics. Wilmot’s 198 oncology physicians and 514 oncology nurses see more than 7,000 new cancer patients each year. In 2024, Wilmot researchers had $30.9 million in cancer funding, $25.8 million in peer reviewed funding and over $14 million in NCI funding. URMC and UR Medicine (the clinical enterprise) form the centerpiece of the University’s medical research, teaching, patient care, and community missions. URMC has an integrated administrative structure, budget, and strategic plan. As one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers, URMC ranks among the top quarter of U.S. medical centers in federal research funding, has an overall revenue of approximately $6 billion, and houses the flagship hospital, Strong Memorial Hospital - an 886-bed quaternary care facility. In addition, URMC includes the School of Medicine and Dentistry, School of Nursing, the Golisano Children’s Hospital, Eastman Institute for Oral Health, Sovie Center for Advanced Practice Providers, UR Medical Faculty Group, and UR Medicine comprises seven additional community hospitals.

Qualifications

• M.D., M.D./Ph.D. degree or equivalent
• Must obtain a New York State Medical License prior to start date
• Eligible for a Faculty Appointment at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
• Must meet all credentialing requirements
• Eligible for Board Certification in Hematology/Oncology
• Post offer Drug Screen and Health Assessment required
• Compliance with University and New York State health requirements

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

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