Staff Physician - Thoracic Oncology Assistant to Full Professor

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; Roswell (NM); Sur place; USD 310 000 - 460 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center seeks an experienced Physician to join the Thoracic Oncology program as an Assistant to Full Professor. The role focuses on outpatient thoracic oncology care, collaboration across oncology disciplines, and meaningful engagement in clinical trials and translational research.

The position offers opportunities for academic growth, mentorship, and leadership within a renowned cancer center known for innovation and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent with board eligibility in Medical Oncology or related specialty.
• Demonstrated interest in thoracic oncology and multidisciplinary cancer care.
• Commitment to education, mentorship, and scholarly collaboration.

Responsabilités

• Provide outpatient-focused care for patients with thoracic malignancies within an oncology practice.
• Collaborate with thoracic surgery, radiation oncology, pathology, radiology, pulmonology, and supportive care teams.
• Participate in select inpatient clinical responsibilities within a collaborative oncology model.
• Engage in clinical trials and translational research initiatives.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and treatment planning.
• Support academic and educational initiatives through mentorship and teaching.

Connaissances

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Clinical trials

Academic mentorship

Education/training

Formation

MD/DO or equivalent

Description du poste

Title:

Staff Physician - Thoracic Oncology Assistant to Full Professor

Job Type:

Regular

Company:

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department:

Department of Medicine - Thoracic

Time Type:

Full time

Weekly Hours:

40

FTE:

1

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Summary:

About the Role

The Department of Medicine at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center invites applications for an Assistant to Full Professor in Thoracic Oncology to join a nationally recognized, mission-driven team advancing the future of cancer care. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice at the forefront of thoracic oncology within a highly collaborative academic environment dedicated to innovation, translational research, and compassionate patient-centered care.

Clinical responsibilities are primarily based within the outpatient thoracic oncology clinic and supported by an experienced, multidisciplinary team of advanced practice providers and oncology specialists, with select inpatient responsibilities. Physicians in this role work closely alongside leaders in thoracic surgery, radiation oncology, pathology, pulmonology, and radiology to deliver seamless, comprehensive care to patients facing complex thoracic malignancies.

Beyond clinical practice, this role offers meaningful opportunities to engage in clinical trials, translational research, and academic collaboration within a state-of-the‑art cancer center environment. We are seeking an intellectually curious and collaborative physician eager to contribute to scientific advancement, mentor future clinicians, and help redefine what is possible in thoracic oncology.

What You’ll Do

• Provide exceptional outpatient-focused care for patients with thoracic malignancies within a multidisciplinary oncology practice
• Collaborate closely with thoracic surgery, radiation oncology, pathology, radiology, pulmonology, and supportive care teams to deliver integrated patient-centered care
• Participate in select inpatient clinical responsibilities as part of a collaborative oncology care model
• Contribute to the advancement of thoracic oncology through participation in clinical trials and translational research initiatives
• Engage in multidisciplinary tumor boards, case conferences, and collaborative treatment planning
• Support academic and educational initiatives through mentorship, teaching, and scholarly collaboration
• Contribute to programmatic growth, innovation, and the continued expansion of thoracic oncology services
• Foster an environment of collaboration, compassion, scientific rigor, and excellence aligned with High Reliability Organization principles

About the Department

The Thoracic Oncology Program at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is nationally recognized for its multidisciplinary approach to the diagnosis, treatment, and research of lung and thoracic malignancies. Faculty work collaboratively across clinical and scientific disciplines to deliver cutting‑edge therapies, expand access to clinical trials, and advance translational cancer research.

As part of an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, the department provides physicians with access to robust research infrastructure, innovative clinical programs, and a highly collegial academic environment committed to improving outcomes for patients with thoracic cancers.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Join the nation’s first cancer center and an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center committed to transforming cancer care, research, and education
• Collaborate within a highly interdisciplinary academic environment dedicated to innovation, mentorship, and scientific discovery
• Access robust institutional research infrastructure, including Biostatistics, Biomedical Research Informatics, Bioinformatics, and the Data Bank and Biorepository Shared Resources
• Utilize precision oncology and epidemiologic data resources through ORIEN (Oncology Research Information Exchange Network)
• Work alongside passionate colleagues deeply committed to community outreach, engagement, and health equity
• Opportunity for an academic appointment with the University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
• Thrive in Buffalo, New York — a welcoming, affordable, and culturally vibrant city with a growing medical and research corridor

What You’ll Bring

• MD, DO, or equivalent degree with board eligibility or certification in Medical Oncology or a related specialty
• A strong clinical interest and expertise in thoracic oncology and multidisciplinary cancer care
• A collaborative and academically engaged approach to patient care, research, and program development
• Interest in clinical trials, translational research, and advancing innovative treatment strategies for thoracic malignancies
• A commitment to delivering compassionate, evidence‑based, patient‑centered oncology care
• Executive presence, emotional intelligence, and the ability to communicate effectively across multidisciplinary teams
• A passion for mentorship, education, and contributing to the development of future oncology leaders
• Intellectual curiosity and a desire to contribute meaningfully to academic growth and scientific advancement
• Dedication to fostering a culture grounded in excellence, accountability, inclusion, and High Reliability Organization principles

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

License and Certification Requirement

1. License or permit to practice as a Medical Doctor in the State of New York.
2. Possession of or eligibility for a valid medical specialty certificate in Thoracic Surgery and Oncology.
   Education and Experience
   Medical Doctor degree and prior full‑time experience in the specialty of Thoracic Surgery and Oncology.

NOTE:
Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited school, college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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