Faculty - Stem Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapy (171124)

Description

The Position

The Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology Oncology is seeking a clinical researchers with a focus on contributing to a robust clinical trial portfolio supporting Wilmot Cancer Institute’s patient population and furthering scientific and clinical discovery. This will be achieved through a collaborative spirit of partnership with internal teams, including basic and translational scientists, clinicians and investigators, and other clinical and support staff.   The ideal candidate will be expected to be a trusted colleague, clinician, investigator, and leader, and build productive relationships with teams across Wilmot, URMC, and UR Medicine, faculty, staff, residents, and fellows.  Candidates will need to lead an active clinical practice, supporting clinical trial accruals and contributing to ongoing clinical and translational research, and ideally building relationships across the clinical and basic science departments, funded investigators, clinical trials office.  A competitive salary, generous benefits, and programmatic and research support will be provided.   

The Environment

Wilmot provides best-in-class cancer treatment and care to approximately three million people in New York State and conducts pivotal research with the goal of preventing and conquering cancer through innovations in science, patient care, education, and community outreach. Wilmot features an 87-bed flagship cancer center, 13 outpatient locations, and one of the state’s largest blood and marrow transplant programs. Wilmot is home to the region’s first cancer survivorship clinic and one of the nation’s first geriatric oncology clinics. Wilmot’s 198 oncology physicians and 514 oncology nurses see more than 7,000 new cancer patients each year. In 2024, Wilmot researchers had $30.9 million in cancer funding, $25.8 million in peer reviewed funding and over $14 million in NCI funding.

URMC and UR Medicine (the clinical enterprise) form the centerpiece of the University’s medical research, teaching, patient care, and community missions. URMC has an integrated administrative structure, budget, and strategic plan. As one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers, URMC ranks among the top quarter of U.S. medical centers in federal research funding, has an overall revenue of approximately $6 billion, and houses the flagship hospital, Strong Memorial Hospital — an 886-bed quaternary care facility. In addition, URMC includes the School of Medicine and Dentistry, School of Nursing, the Golisano Children’s Hospital, Eastman Institute for Oral Health, Sovie Center for Advanced Practice Providers, UR Medical Faculty Group, and UR Medicine comprises seven additional community hospitals.

Qualifications

M.D., M.D./PH.D. Degree or equivalent degree from an accredited institution

Successfully completed an accredited fellowship program

• Possess ABIM Board Certification in an oncology specialty
• Possess academic credentials and accomplishments for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or higher at University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
• Must obtain a New York State Medical License prior to start date 
• Eligible for a Faculty Appointment at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
• Must meet all credentialing requirements
• Post offer Drug Screen and Health Assessment required
• Compliance with University and New York State health requirements

Application Instructions

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The referenced pay range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the base range of compensation for this faculty position. Individual salaries will be determined within the job’s salary range and established based on (but not limited to) market data, experience and expertise of the individual, and with consideration to related position salaries. Alignment of clinical incentive-based compensation may also be applicable and will be discussed during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

EOE, including disability/protected veterans

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