MD Anderson | Assistant Professor (CFA) – Thoracic Oncologist

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

SUMMARY

The Department of Thoracic/Head & Neck Medical Oncology (THNMO) at MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Thoracic Medical Oncologist to join our team as a full-time Assistant Professor with a focus on thoracic clinical care and research.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for professional growth and development by joining a highly collaborative team of clinicians, physician-scientists, and clinical, basic science, and translational investigators. The successful candidate will work closely with ongoing research programs focused on carcinogenesis, cancer prevention, treatment, biomarker development, and other initiatives supporting personalized medicine for patients with thoracic cancers. Faculty benefit from access to state-of-the-art core facilities, molecular pathology laboratories, educational and training programs, and a collaborative environment that supports innovative clinical and translational research. THNMO is currently supported by an NIH Specialized Programs of Research Excellence (SPORE) grant, along with numerous other programmatic and peer-reviewed grants that advance the department's translational research initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Providing patient care at MD Anderson's Texas Medical Center campus and Houston-area locations, establishing a thoracic-focused clinical research program, and caring for patients in the Thoracic Cancer Center. The successful candidate will also teach and mentor fellows and trainees within the Department of Thoracic/Head & Neck Medical Oncology and the Division of Cancer Medicine, while collaborating with multidisciplinary colleagues to further strengthen the department's clinical and research programs.

EDUCATION

Required: Doctorate-level degree in a field appropriate to faculty role and department mission Licensed to practice in the State of Texas Board certified (or obtained within departmental timeline) unless exempted

EXPERIENCE

Required: At least two (2) years as Instructor or (5) years post clinical degree with any combination of time as a: clinician, clinical scientist or GME trainee (except specialties with shorter residencies or fellowships). Appropriate post medical doctoral training per discipline.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Required: Licensed to practice in State of Texas Board certified (or obtained within departmental timeline), unless exempted

Work Location: Onsite

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

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