Director, University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center

Job Summary:

The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) invites applications for the position of Director, University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center (UWCCC) and Associate Dean for Oncology.

The UWCCC is a matrix center within the SMPH. Its membership includes more than 325 faculty members from 38 departments and nine schools of the University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW-Madison). Center members pursue cancer care, research, and education through six scientific programs (Human Cancer Virology, Cancer Genetic and Epigenetic Mechanisms, Tumor Microenvironment, Imaging and Radiation Sciences, Developmental Therapeutics, and Cancer Prevention and Control) supported by 12 Shared Resources. Since 2015, there has been a consistent yearly increase in NCI research funding, with more than $80M in direct cost cancer-relevant research funding. In addition, director-controlled philanthropic funds have grown dramatically. During that period, the UWCCC grew by nearly 100 members, and center leadership expanded the catchment from 36 counties to all 72 counties in Wisconsin, as the only NCI designated cancer center in the state.

The Director of the UWCCC is responsible for its academic activities, as well as management of the resources and supervision of personnel. The Director works closely with the UW Provost and UW Health Sciences Deans to attain objectives that include transformation of the cultural climate for clinical research, interdisciplinary collaborations in the health sciences, and increased opportunities for basic, clinical, translational, and population health researchers. UWCCC's Director oversees the broad financial aspects of the UWCCC to ensure optimal use of resources. UWCCC resides within the SMPH with the Director reporting directly to the Dean of SMPH/Vice Chancellor for Medical Affairs. The Director plays a significant role in establishing research priorities and allocations of resources within the school, and especially for all cancer-related issues at the university. The Director functions as the chief executive of the center and oversees all SMPH oncology fundraising, and coordinates with the Dean's Office to hire all oncology-related faculty. The fully integrated academic health system is led by the UW Health CEO, who reports to a board of directors that is chaired by the dean of the SMPH.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have a compelling vision for the future of cancer care and research in a leading public academic institution and medical center. They should have a strong record of federal funding for cancer research and successful leadership in a National Cancer Institute (NCI) comprehensive cancer center setting. The director will possess proven leadership and management skills as well as an outstanding academic background. The director will be dedicated to promoting an inclusive and professional work environment.

The candidate will hold a MD, MD/PhD, DO or equivalent degree(s) with experience and expertise in relevant fields. Candidates must meet criteria for a tenure appointment at the associate or full professor rank at UW-Madison.

Education:

Required
Terminal Degree
MD, MD/PhD, DO or equivalent degree(s) in relevant field(s)

License/Certification:

Required
Board certified, eligible for Wisconsin medical license