Section Chief, Applied Cancer Therapeutics — Immunotherapy Lead

American Society of Hematology; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 270,000 - 330,000; Full time

Job summary

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo, NY, invites applications for the Section Chief, Applied Cancer Therapeutics (ACT). This leadership role focuses on immunotherapy, chemotherapy, and investigational therapeutics across solid tumors and hematologic malignancies.

The position blends high-level patient care with clinical trial leadership and translational research within a premier NCI-designated cancer center.

Qualifications

• MD, DO, or MD/PhD with board certification in Medical Oncology and/or Hematology.
• Significant clinical and academic experience in immunotherapy, chemotherapy, investigational therapeutics, and translational oncology.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and strategic leadership for the Applied Cancer Therapeutics (ACT) section.
• Deliver exceptional patient-centered care for individuals with solid tumor and hematologic malignancies.
• Develop individualized treatment plans utilizing immunotherapy, chemotherapy, investigational therapeutics, and evidence-based oncology practices.
• Conduct and lead clinical research initiatives focused on advancing innovative cancer therapies and improving treatment outcomes.
• Coordinate diagnostic testing, disease monitoring, treatment modifications, and multidisciplinary care planning.
• Advance translational and investigator-initiated clinical research aligned with institutional priorities and emerging therapeutic strategies.
• Publish and present scholarly work, including manuscripts, reports, abstracts, and clinical research findings.
• Ensure clinical research activities are conducted in accordance with institutional protocols, regulatory standards, and Clinical Affairs requirements.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams across hematologic oncology, bone marrow transplantation, pulmonary medicine, infectious diseases, pathology, and translational science.
• Mentor and educate fellows, residents, medical students, advanced practice providers, and junior faculty.
• Participate actively in departmental, institutional, and Clinical Affairs committees.
• Support quality improvement initiatives, patient safety programs, and operational excellence efforts.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, compassion, and accountability aligned with High Reliability Organization principles.

Skills

MD/DO or MD/PhD

Hematology/Oncology

Immunotherapy

Clinical leadership

Research leadership

Education

MD/DO or MD/PhD with board certification

Tools

Clinical trials leadership

translational oncology

Job description

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo, NY, invites applications for the Section Chief, Applied Cancer Therapeutics (ACT). This leadership role focuses on immunotherapy, chemotherapy, and investigational therapeutics across solid tumors and hematologic malignancies.

The position blends high-level patient care with clinical trial leadership and translational research within a premier NCI-designated cancer center.