Neuro-Oncologist Faculty and Medical Director #NEU041a
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
25 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The University of Chicagos Department of Neurology is searching for a full-time neuro-oncologist faculty member at any rank for the role of Medical Director of Neuro-Oncology. As Medical Director the appointee will oversee growth in the neuro-oncology program participate in strategic planning with the neuroscience service line leaders and collaborate with leaders in Neurosurgery Radiation Oncology and Hematology/Oncology. The appointee will be responsible for maintaining and overseeing an active outpatient collaboration with a multidisciplinary team the appointee will draw on the environment and the mission of the Cancer Center to participate in novel research programs and lead clinical trials that will be offered to the surrounding community and beyond. Other duties include teaching and supervision of medical students residents and fellows. It is anticipated that this position can spend time both in Hyde Park which will be home to a new free-standing Cancer Hospital and at other ambulatory care sites including Northwest Indiana south suburbs of Chicago and downtown Chicago.
Academic rank and compensation are dependent upon qualifications. This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees including health retirement and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
The University is home to the NCI-designated Cancer Center at UChicago Medicine the Ludwig Center for Metastasis Research and the Neurosciences Institute and the Grossman Center for Quantitative Biology and Human Behavior. The faculty member will join the Cancer Center and an expanding neurosciences service line which includes the opportunity to bring neuro-oncology care to locations throughout the Chicagoland region both in and outside of our main campus in Hyde Park.
Prior to the start of employment qualified applicants must: 1) have a medical doctorate or equivalent 2) hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois 3) have completed an ACGME accredited residency in neurology 4) be board certified or board eligible in neurology and 5) have completed a neuro-oncology fellowship and be UCNS neuro-oncology certified or eligible.
We especially welcome candidates with an interest and background in neuro-oncology research to spearhead clinical and translational neuro-oncology studies including a track record in conducting clinical trials.
To be considered those interested must apply through The University of Chicagos Academic Recruitment job board which uses Interfolio to accept applications: must upload a CV cover letter and research statement. Review of applications ends when the position is filled.
For instructions on the Interfolio application process please visit Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Post Residency Experience
- Occupational Health Experience
- Clinical Research
- Managed Care
- Primary Care Experience
- Medical Management
- Utilization Management
- Clinical Development
- Clinical Trials
- Leadership Experience
- Medicare
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