Clinical Researcher in Solid Tumor Oncology - GI

Description

Tulane University School of Medicine’s John W. Deming Department of Medicine is seeking a Clinician Researcher in Solid Tumor Oncology with a Gastrointestinal Specialization to join the faculty. This is a full-time position within the Section of Hematology & Medical Oncology. The successful candidate will contribute to our excellence in clinical care, research, and education. while expanding the clinical research of the section by opening and conducting clinical trials.

This position is ideal for an ABIM-certified (or eligible) medical oncologist with experience in medical oncology and specifically GI cancer treatment. The candidate should have experience and demonstrated interest in clinical trial development, translational research, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

·         Clinical Care: Provide exceptional outpatient care in solid tumor malignancies focusing on GI cancers with a minimum of 3.5 days of     clinic a week. Participate in consult services and provide care to patients with and without fellows-in training. Participate in quality                   initiatives and improvement projects. Comply promptly with billing, documentation, credentialing, and other administrative requirements.

 ·         Education & Mentorship: Train and mentor fellows, residents, and medical/graduate students in clinical trials and medical oncology. Supervise and mentor fellows-in-training in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Provide educational activities- including giving periodic Medical Grand Rounds lectures to faculty, fellows, residents, and students. Participate in quarterly evaluations of fellows-in-training.

 ·         Research & Clinical Trials: Work closely with laboratory scientists to advance translational research. Develop and lead investigator-initiated and collaborative clinical trials supported by the Tulane Cancer Center’s Clinical Trials Office. Participate with fellows in research opportunities or self-directed research.

 

Qualifications

Qualifications

Required:

• MD, DO, or foreign equivalent
• Eligible for a Louisiana medical license
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hematology and/or Medical Oncology

Preferred:

• Experience in developing and implementing clinical trials
• Experience developing a clinic and referral pipeline
• Commitment to research excellence and education
• Dedication to Tulane School of Medicine’s guiding principles:

o    Respect: Treat everyone, regardless of position or authority, with kindness, dignity, and respect.

o    Ethical Integrity: Do the right thing, even when it's hard or inconvenient.

o    Communication: Have clear and timely communication that is focused on achieving solutions.

o    Accountability: Know and do what is expected of you in your role.

o    Drive for Excellence: Continuously deliver and improve your best work.

 

Application Instructions

Qualified candidates should submit the following to: apply.interfolio.com/180637

1. A cover letter detailing their experience and research interests.

2. A curriculum vitae (CV).

3. Contact information for three professional references (the search is confidential until the candidate signals their readiness for reference discussion).

For inquiries, please contact the Section of Hematology Oncology at Tulane University, Stefan Grant, MD, JD,MBA, Professor of Medicine, Section Chief of Hematology Oncology at sgrant6@tulane.edu

Join us at Tulane University School of Medicine and become part of a thriving academic and clinical community in one of America’s most unique cities! Apply today!

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