Open Rank Pediatric Oncology Physician-Scientist

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious institution as an Open Rank Pediatric Oncology Physician-Scientist, where you will blend research and clinical responsibilities. This role offers the opportunity to lead an independent research program while providing essential clinical care and mentoring the next generation of medical professionals. Collaborate with a dedicated team in a renowned division that focuses on innovative treatments for childhood cancers. If you are passionate about advancing pediatric oncology and shaping future leaders in the field, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Professional medical degree (MD or equivalent) required.
• Completion of a three-year advanced fellowship in pediatric hematology-oncology.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an independent research program in pediatric cancer.
• Provide clinical care on the inpatient hematology-oncology unit.
• Participate in teaching and mentoring of trainees and students.

Skills

Pediatric Hematology-Oncology

Research Development

Clinical Care

Teaching and Mentoring

Education

MD or equivalent

Three-year advanced fellowship in pediatric hematology-oncology

Job description

Open Rank Pediatric Oncology Physician-Scientist

We are seeking an Open Rank Pediatric Oncology Physician-Scientist to join the Division of Hematology-Oncology at the University of North Carolina. The division includes 17 faculty members and 16 nurse practitioners, focusing on hematopoietic and solid tumor treatments, with collaborations across the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, rated exceptional by the National Cancer Institute.

This position offers a blend of research and clinical responsibilities. The faculty member will lead an independent research program, contribute to clinical care, and participate in teaching postdoctoral fellows, residents, and students. The appointment will be to the G. Denman Hammon Professorship in Childhood Cancer.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an independent research program in pediatric cancer.
• Provide clinical care on the inpatient hematology-oncology unit.
• Participate in teaching and mentoring of trainees and students.

Minimum Qualifications

• Professional medical degree (MD or equivalent).
• Completion of a three-year advanced fellowship in pediatric hematology-oncology.
• Board certification or eligibility in pediatric hematology-oncology by the American Board of Pediatrics.
• Eligibility for a North Carolina medical license.

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants with research focused on childhood cancer pathophysiology, therapeutic development, or genetic and environmental factors are especially encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Interested candidates should contact the Department for questions about the application process. The university is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.