Multiple Myeloma Hematologist

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Multiple Myeloma Hematologist for the Division of Hematology and Hematologic Malignancies at the University of Utah. The candidate will focus on clinical trial development and patient accrual for multiple myeloma.

Responsibilities include leading clinical trials, designing studies with novel therapies, and managing staff. Minimum qualifications include a relevant medical degree with at least 3 years of clinical experience. The position is primarily based at the Huntsman Cancer Institute in Salt Lake City, UT.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of clinical experience in treating plasma cell dyscrasias.
• Strong track record of clinical trial participation and funding acquisition.
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and capability within an academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in clinical trials as a principal investigator.
• Design and conduct investigator-initiated studies with novel therapies.
• Supervise a multidisciplinary clinical staff.

Skills

Clinical trial participation

Patient accrual

Hematology

Oncology

Research collaboration

Education

MD or DO with board certification in Hematology or Oncology

Eligibility for a Utah medical license

Job description

Multiple Myeloma Hematologist

The Division of Hematology and Hematologic Malignancies at the University of Utah and the Huntsman Cancer Institute is seeking to recruit a faculty member at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, DO/PhD, to be an integral member of the Plasma Cell Dysplasia Program. The role focuses on clinical trial development and patient accrual for multiple myeloma, as well as other plasma cell disorders.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading and participating in clinical trials as principal investigator.
• Designing and conducting investigator‑initiated studies with novel therapies.
• Collaborating within the clinical Plasma Cell Dysplasia program to advance research projects with high clinical impact.
• Supervising a multidisciplinary clinical staff, including advanced practice clinicians, pharmacists, and coordinators.
• Managing cooperative and industry‑sponsored trial participation and securing intramural, extramural, and foundation funding.

Minimum Qualifications:

• MD or DO (or equivalent) with board certification in Hematology or Oncology, with or without a PhD.
• Eligibility for a Utah medical license.
• At least 3 years of clinical experience in treating plasma cell dyscrasias (smoldering myeloma, multiple myeloma, amyloidosis, Waldenström macroglobulinemia).
• Strong track record of clinical trial participation and funding acquisition.
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and capability within an academic environment.

The mission of the Division is to provide state‑of‑the‑art diagnostics and treatment in a compassionate environment for patients with hematologic cancer and non‑malignant conditions. The Department currently has 31 full‑time clinical faculty engaged in subspecialties and research. The position will practice primarily out of the Huntsman Cancer Institute and University of Utah Hospital.

Location: Salt Lake City, UT. This area offers a broad range of cultural and recreational opportunities, including music, theater, skiing, and hiking.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Utah is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, genetic information, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants upon request.