Breast Medical Oncologist / Academic Physician

Job Summary:

The Division of Hematology, Medical Oncology and Palliative Care and the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center (UWCCC) seeks a medical oncologist, with a breast cancer research focus to join our faculty. This is an opportunity on the Clinical Health Sciences (CHS) track for prospects seeking a Professor, Associate Professor or Assistant Professor position. Health services or clinical trial research is desired and priority areas include genomics, precision medicine and cancer therapeutics. Interest in cellular therapy is also considered. This clinician will be active in the multi- disciplinary breast oncology program.

The University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center Breast Cancer research team is actively engaged in improving breast cancer outcomes through translational science. This multidisciplinary research extends across campus including the schools of Medicine, Engineering, Pharmacy, and Veterinary Medicine and engages breast cancer advocates. Horizontal collaborations include those across Wisconsin, through the Big Ten Cancer Research Consortium, national oncology cooperative groups and industry partners. We are ideally seeking an experienced breast cancer researcher with interest in leading this team of investigators.

The Division of Hematology, Oncology, and Palliative Care at UW-Madison includes more than 60 faculty, 40 Advanced Practice Providers, and 19 Fellows. The division's faculty leads cutting-edge basic, translational and clinical research programs. This research encompasses cancer biology, cancer prevention, screening and treatment, as well as survivorship and palliative care for patients impacted by solid tumors, benign and malignant hematologic conditions and those requiring stem cell transplant or cellular therapies. The candidate will have access to many shared resources and opportunities to collaborate with basic, translational and clinical researchers at the NCI-designated UW Carbone Cancer Center (UWCCC), the VA Hospital and throughout the UW-Madison campus.

The successful candidate will join a world-class institution that encourages, values, and supports interdisciplinary basic, clinical and population health research, and attracts scholars and students from around the world.

Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited oncology fellowship training by appointment start date is required. Applicants that are currently completiing their fellowship are welcome to apply.

Experience in clinical, basic science or translational research, with a track record of successful publications in peer reviewed journals, strong written and verbal communication skills, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and evidence of excellence in teaching.

For an appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on CHS Track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the CHS Track.

Education:

Required
Terminal Degree
MD, DO, or equivalent degree

License/Certification:

Required
ABIM - American Board of Internal Medicine Certification
Must be BE/BC in Medical Oncology by start date

Required
PHYS - Physician
WI Medical License by start date

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