Medical Oncology Faculty

American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO); Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Medical Oncology and the Markey Cancer Center are seeking to recruit an outstanding academic physician with expertise in GI, GU, Lung and/or Breast Medical Oncology and the ability to contribute to the growth and development of a comprehensive and interdisciplinary program.

This faculty member will be engaged in clinical research that will advance the care of patients in medical oncology, move the field

Qualifications

• MD, DO, or equivalent.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited hematology training program.
• Board certification in Internal Medicine.
• Board certification in Medical Oncology.
• Eligible for medical licensure in Kentucky.
• Meet university criteria for appointment as Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor.
• Candidates who completed their fellowship recently enough that they are not yet eligible to sit for the exam will be considered, with the expectation that they take the certification exams at the earliest opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Engage in clinical research to advance the care of patients in medical oncology.
• Collaborate with laboratory investigators and participate in investigator-initiated clinical trials.

Skills

Clinical research

Academic medicine

Collaboration

Investigator-initiated trials

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

ACGME-accredited hematology training

Board certification in Internal Medicine

Board certification in Medical Oncology

Kentucky medical licensure eligibility

Professor appointment eligibility

Fellowship timing with board exam readiness

Job description

Medical Oncology Faculty
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Lexington, KY

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Medical Oncology and the Markey Cancer Center are seeking to recruit an outstanding academic physician with expertise in GI, GU, Lung and/or Breast Medical Oncology and the ability to contribute to the growth and development of a comprehensive and interdisciplinary program. This faculty member will be engaged in and committed to the development of a premier program which provides exemplary care for patients in a comprehensive, cohesive, efficient, and integrated manner. We expect that this faculty member be involved in clinical research that will advance the care of patients in medical oncology, move the field forward, and attract patients to University of Kentucky. Successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with laboratory investigators and participate in innovative investigator-initiated clinical trials.

This role will practice at the Markey Cancer Center, our NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center, with the brand-new ambulatory Markey Cancer Center slated to open in 2027.

Requirements and Educational Experience

• MD, DO, or equivalent
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited hematology training program
• Board certification in Internal Medicine
• Board certification in Medical Oncology
• Eligible for medical licensure in Kentucky
• Meet university criteria for appointment of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor
• Candidates who completed their fellowship recently enough that they are not yet eligible to sit for the exam will be considered, with the expectation that they take the certification exams at the earliest opportunity.