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Job description
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. The School of Medicine, accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, is internationally recognized for patient care, education and research. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.
Unit
School of Medicine
Department
Internal Medicine
Mission or Goal of Unit
Pursue the research, clinical, and education missions of the academic medical center in the areas of Hematology, Oncology, and Palliative Care. Through bench research, clinical trials, and the rigorous study of prevention and control, our scientists pursue the many roles of medicine in treating, preventing, and controlling the adverse effects of cancer. Our hallmark activity is translational research, where our physicians and scientists work to bring laboratory discoveries to the patient bedside as quickly and safely as possible. Through our training programs, our faculty train the next generation of scientists and physicians to further advance science and practice.
Chief Purpose of this position
The VCU School of Medicine Division of Hematology, Oncology and Palliative Care and Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center are seeking an Oncologist - Clinical & Translational Investigator with a focus in Hematologic Malignancies to practice at our flagship and satellite locations. This position will have a role in developing the Hematologic Malignancy Research Program at the Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center and in advancing the clinical research mission, expected to work collaboratively with other members of the Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Duties & Responsibilities
Teaching: Trains medical students, residents and fellows in the lab and while in the clinic. Expected to actively participate in providing clinical research opportunities to fellows.
Research: Responsible for bringing the most innovative clinical trials in hematologic malignancies to the Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center and the region utilizing intra‑ and extramural partnerships. Expected to establish extramural partnerships to offer innovative drugs in hematologic malignancies before standard of care. Expected to develop, initiate, and manage investigator‑initiated trials with laboratory investigators, participate in the Clinical Trial Training Program, write two IITs by year 3 and year 4, and apply for a career development award by year 4. Efforts to obtain funding for research in areas of focus consistent with the mission of the School of Medicine, Department, and Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center must be demonstrated. Scholarly activities, such as publications, presentations at national meetings, and participation in appropriate academic organizations, are also expected, along with active participation as a scientific member of the Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Service: Active in decreasing health disparities in the community served by Massey/VCU.
Clinical: Attends inpatient wards and consult service, and/or sees patients in the outpatient clinic with a focus on hematologic malignancies.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Board certified or eligible in medical oncology or hematology
Eligible for Virginia licensure
Evidence of accomplishment/potential (e.g., publications, trial PI) during medical school, residency, fellowship, and/or early academic career
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU
Salary Range
Commensurate
Benefits
All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.
FLSA Exemption Status
Exempt
Restricted Position
No
ORP Eligible
Yes
Rank
Open
Tenure
Open
Months
12 months
Contact Information
Contact Name: Jerry Riggins
Contact Email:
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Worksite address
richmond, VA, 23214, US
Who can apply
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