Faculty Leadership Position in Cancer Population Research

The Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center (SKCCC) and the Department of Medical Oncology at TJU in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is excited to announce a new faculty position who will serve as the Associate Director (AD) of Population Science in SKCCC and the Chief of the Division of Population Science in the Department of Medical Oncology. The AD will be a senior executive leader who will report to the director of SKCCC and the Chair of the Department. The candidate should be an accomplished funded investigator (PhD, ScD, MD, or MD/PhD) that has demonstrated ability to build multi-disciplinary teams and has an expertise and research focus in one or more of the following:

Molecular & genetic cancer epidemiology
Cancer risk assessment and screening
Discovering & validating biomarkers of cancer risk, progression and prognosis
Cancer prevention and control
Behavioral intervention in Cancer Care
Cancer survivorship
Outcomes research
Palliative care
Smoking/tobacco use
Geriatric Oncology
Health Disparities in Cancer
Implementation science

Investigators dedicated to improving the quality of cancer care for diverse populations through research who have an established track record of grant funding are strongly encouraged to apply.

The role will focus on enhancing population science research within the SKCCC and the Department; develop strategic initiative with basic, clinical, population and translational researchers throughout the Jefferson Enterprise, and expand community outreach, engagement and education efforts.

The Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center (SKCCC) is an NCI-designated consortium cancer center that includes researchers from Thomas Jefferson University and Drexel University. The SKCCC has just achieved comprehensive status, and its community outreach and engagement component is ranked as “exceptional”. The SKCC has a successful population science Cancer Risk and Control research program with over $13m in peer-reviewed funding and 34 full members from 15 departments at Jefferson and Drexel. Jefferson has a network of 18 hospitals in the region, providing tremendous opportunities for data science and population health research.

Recruited faculty will be provided generous start-up funds, a competitive salary, and modern facilities, along with administrative and infrastructure services. Successful candidates will get access to cancer registries, and the evolving resources of various types of cancer biorepositories developed within the cancer center. Existing investigators work in biomarkers, disparities, obesity, behavioral studies, survivorship, toxicity reduction and aging. Successful candidates will have opportunities to mentor trainees at all levels from the Jefferson College of Population Health and Drexel University’s Dornsife School of Public Health. In addition to membership in the SKCCC, primary and secondary faulty appointment(s)/affiliation(s) may be one or more departments/divisions of the Sidney Kimmel Medical College and/or the College of Population Health at Jefferson.

The SKCCC at Jefferson is located in the heart of Philadelphia with an abundance of opportunities for professional and social interactions in a vibrant urban cultural setting. Jefferson values diversity and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, disabled individuals, and veterans.
Jefferson includes Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health, a dynamic university and health system with broad reach across the Delaware Valley. Jefferson is the second largest employer in Philadelphia and the largest health system in Philadelphia based on total licensed beds.

Through the merger of Thomas Jefferson University and Philadelphia University in 2017, our University includes ten colleges and four schools. We are an NCAA Division II university and an R2 national doctoral university offering undergraduate and graduate-level programs that provide students with a forward-thinking education in architecture, business, design, engineering, fashion and textiles, health, medicine and social science.

Jefferson Health, the clinical arm of Thomas Jefferson University, has grown from a three-hospital academic health center in 2015, to an 18-hospital health system through mergers and combinations that include hospitals at Abington Health, Aria Health, Kennedy Health, Magee Rehabilitation and Einstein Healthcare Network. We have over 50 outpatient and urgent care centers; ten Magnet®-designated hospitals (recognized by the ANCC for nursing excellence); the NCI-designated Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center (one of only 70 in the country and one of only two in the region); and one of the largest faculty-based telehealth networks in the country. In 2021, Jefferson Health became the sole owner of HealthPartners Plan, a not-for-profit health maintenance organization in Southeastern Pennsylvania. We are the first health system regionally to create an aligned payer-provider partnership.

Jefferson’s mission, vision and values create an organization that attracts the best and the brightest students, faculty, staff, and healthcare professionals, as well as the most visionary leaders to drive exceptional results.

OUR MISSION: We improve lives.
OUR VISION: Reimagining health, education and discovery to create unparalleled value
OUR VALUES: Put People First, Be Bold & Think Differently and Do the Right Thing
As an employer, Jefferson maintains a commitment to provide equal access to employment. Jefferson values diversity and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, disabled individuals, and veterans.

Inquiries and expressions of interest should be directed to:

[email protected]/ 215-955-4367

Full-time tenure-track faculty position

Open-Rank Faculty Position, Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) Research Program within University of Rochester, Wilmot Cancer Institute
The Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) Research Program within University of Rochester Wilmot Cancer Institute (WCI) invites candidates to apply for a full-time tenure-track faculty position (all ranks considered). Successful candidates are expected to make significant impact with research and expertise in primary prevention and/or cancer control/care delivery supportive care for patients, survivors, and caregivers (e.g., integrative oncology, nutrition, exercise oncology, geriatric oncology, health disparities).

Faculty members are expected to interact with basic, translational, and clinical scientists across all research programs within the WCI. Maintain an innovative, independent, collaborative, and extramurally funded research program and participate fully in CPC Program meetings and activities. Work in partnership with more than 30 highly collaborative faculty and trainees conducting cancer prevention, cancer control and cancer care delivery research across 4 schools and 15 departments.

Requirements
• Ph.D., MD, DO, or equivalent doctoral degree.
• Strong track record of independent funding at the R01 equivalent level (K99/R00 awardees also strongly considered).
• Strong record of scholarly publications, production with recognizable and significant impact, and extramurally funded research ideally from the National Cancer Institute, other NIH Centers or Institutes, the American Cancer Society, PCORI, or other equivalent support.
• Topic areas of high interest include novel behavioral and lifestyle interventions for the primary prevention of cancer, as well as the dissemination and implementation of novel and effective supportive care interventions into standard cancer care.
Academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University of Rochester is responsive to the needs of dual career couples. For more information or to apply, visit: https://apply.interfolio.com/144839

For more information or to apply, visit: https://apply.interfolio.com/144839

Assistant or Associate Professor Position, Department of Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University Chronic Disease Prevention

The Department of Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences (BSHES), Rollins School of Public Health of Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, seeks scholars for a tenure-track assistant or associate professor position. We are particularly interested in scholars with a demonstrated ability to obtain extramural research funding as a Principal Investigator and interest in community-engaged intervention research, multi-level interventions, implementation science, program evaluation, social determinants of health, community and social change processes, policy change, and systems science in the context of chronic disease prevention (e.g., tobacco control, physical activity/built environment, nutrition/food environments, and cancer screening). Individuals with strong methodological backgrounds, commitment to public health equity, commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments, and demonstrated ability to mentor and teach graduate students in public health will be preferred.

The BSHES departmental mission is to better the health of all people by advancing knowledge and training tomorrow’s leaders on how to change behavior and social conditions that influence health. The BSHES department matriculates approximately 100 MPH students and approximately 4 PhD students per year. Plans are underway for launching a School-wide DrPH program in Fall 2025, which will include a concentration in Evaluation and Implementation Science. The BSHES department comprises 32 primary and nearly 30 adjunct faculty, many of whom are affiliated with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Carter Center, and the Georgia Department of Public Health.

BSHES departmental faculty hold >$40 million in yearly extramural research funding. BSHES department faculty are leaders in several interdisciplinary research centers at Emory including the Emory Prevention Research Center, Center for Reproductive Health Research in the Southeast, Center for AIDS Research, Georgia Clinical and Translational Science Alliance, Injury Prevention Research Center at Emory, Global Health Institute, Winship Cancer Institute, PRISM Health (Programs, Research and Innovation for Sexual and Minority Health) Research Group, and Emory Centers for Public Health Training and Technical Assistance. The successful applicant will likely engage with the Emory Prevention Research Center, and as appropriate, the Cancer Prevention and Control program of Winship Cancer Institute.

The Rollins School of Public Health (RSPH) at Emory University employs over 200 faculty members and enrolls over 1,300 graduate students per year in its MPH, MSPH, and doctoral programs. RSPH is ranked 3rd in “Best Public Health Schools” by US News and World Report, and BSHES is ranked 3rd nationally in Social and Behavioral Sciences Departments within Schools of Public Health. RSPH enjoys impressive physical resources with state-of-the-art IT and classroom facilities, open spaces for collaboration and group work, dedicated student spaces, small seminar rooms and large lecture halls. RSPH is located on the Emory University campus in Atlanta, Georgia, and is adjacent to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Emory’s Schools of Medicine and Nursing, and a number of laboratory and clinical facilities. RSPH fosters a culture of inclusion and organizational equity as described in its policy (https://www.sph.emory.edu/about/documents/rsph-dei-policy.pdf). Emory’s endowment is among the largest of US universities. RSPH enjoys the benefits of its location in Atlanta, a vibrant, welcoming, and dynamic city, a global hub, and home to a diverse and growing population.

Applicants must apply through the Emory Careers Website
(http://www.hr.emory.edu/eu/careers/) for requisition #132583 (Assistant or Associate
Professor) and should upload a cover letter indicating their interest accompanied by a
curriculum vitae. Please include Job Vacancy #132583 in the application and in your cover
letter, and indicate the rank for which you wish to be considered: Assistant Professor or
Associate Professor.

The starting date is negotiable, and salary will be commensurate with qualifications.
Applications will be considered confidential, and references will not be contacted without the
permission of applicants. Preference will be given to applicants received by October 1,
2024. Inquiries can be directed to: [email protected]; Department of Behavioral, Social,
and Health Education Sciences, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University.

Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive Culture

Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.

Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.

Inquiries can be directed to: Cathy Telfer ([email protected]).

Cellular and Immunotherapy Research in Pediatric Oncology Endowed Position within Bone Marrow Transplant Penn State Children’s Hospital Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine

Penn State Children’s Hospital is recruiting outstanding a physician scientist for the newly endowed Cellular and Immunotherapy Research Program in Pediatric Oncology within the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology in Bone Marrow Transplant. This Program is supported by a substantial endowment from the Four Diamonds Fund of the PSU College of Medicine, part of a >$100 M endowment supporting the Four Diamonds Pediatric Cancer Research Center. This Program is part of an interdepartmental genetics initiative by the institution. The mission of the Pediatric Oncology Cellular and Immunotherapy Research Program is to study immune regulation and develop new cellular and immune mediated therapies to better understand and design novel therapies for pediatric cancers. A wide range of model systems and experimental approaches are of interest and strong collaborations between basic and clinical research and clinical research trials are encouraged. This is a tenure track position and rank is at the Associate to Full Professor level commensurate with the applicant’s experience and accomplishments. Successful applicants will have an M.D./Ph.D., or M.D. degree with an established track record in cancer research and demonstrated ability to obtain extramural funding.

The Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology has 15 full-time Pediatric Hematologists/Oncologists and 12 Ph.D. faculty. Over 100 new oncology patients are seen annually, and there are programs in pediatric stem cell transplantation, experimental therapeutics, neuro-oncology, AYA oncology, and survivorship. The division has an accredited Pediatric Heme/Onc fellowship program and is an active member of COG, POETIC, and the lead organization for the Beat Childhood Cancer Research Consortium. The Four Diamonds Pediatric Cancer Research Program consists of NIH-funded basic and translational research in childhood malignancies including leukemia, solid tumors, and brain tumors. Research is supported by the Penn State Cancer Institute, the Penn State Institute for Personalized Medicine, an NIH-funded CTSI, and Pediatric Clinical Trials Office. Basic core, translational, and clinical facilities provide an excellent environment for research.

Please submit a current CV and letter of interest to: Giselle Saulnier Sholler, M.D. ([email protected] ), Chief, Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Penn State Children’s Hospital, the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Box 850, MC H085, Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033. Applications are accepted until position filled.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person’s perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday – Friday, email [email protected] or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.

Please submit a current CV and letter of interest to: Giselle Saulnier Sholler, M.D. ([email protected] ), Chief, Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Penn State Children’s Hospital, the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Box 850, MC H085, Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033. Applications are accepted until position filled.

Program Leader, Cancer Prevention and Control Research Program

The Houston Methodist Dr. Mary and Ron Neal Cancer Center (HMNCC) is seeking applicants for a senior leadership and faculty position in its Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) research program. The HMNCC has a distinguished research and clinical enterprise impacting the lives of patients within its catchment area. Under the leadership of Jenny C. Chang, MD, the Cancer Center is on the trajectory of scientific growth while actively pursuing National Cancer Institute (NCI) designation. The Cancer Center is nationally recognized for its distinct research capabilities focused on breast cancer, immunotherapies, and using nanotechnologies to improve cancer therapeutics.
The Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) research program seeks to identify, understand, and mitigate factors that contribute to cancer risk and to develop and evaluate new strategies for early cancer detection, including novel biomarkers. The Program Leader (PL) for the Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) Research Program is expected to provide scientific leadership in the development of cancer prevention and control efforts and conduct novel, epidemiologic and translational research that aligns with the CPC program vision and the HMNCC strategic plan.
The CPC program is responsible for conducting research that alleviates the cancer burden across the HMNCC 8-county catchment area, with an emphasis on reducing cancer disparities, particularly for five priority cancers of the HMNCC: breast, prostate, lung, liver, and hematological malignancies.
The PL will lead the development of an innovative research portfolio that addresses the full spectrum of prevention and control research informed by the following 3 CPC programmatic aims:

1. Innovations in Detection. Develop innovative strategies for early cancer detection through identification of novel biomarkers and implementation of cancer control measures.
2. Precision Prevention. Develop chemoprevention interventions and novel vaccines for cancer prevention targeting high-risk individuals who would benefit from precision prevention interventions.
3. Tailored Treatment and Survivorship Care. Develop and evaluate cancer care delivery and survivorship strategies from diagnosis to end of life to optimize cancer care and outcomes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a part of the HMNCC Program Leaders (PL) team, the PL will support the Associate Director of Cancer Control and Population Sciences to provide support for all scientific, policy, and programmatic issues relating to the CPC program. Specifically, the PL should contribute and possess:
• Advanced expertise in cancer research design & methodology.
• An ability to identify research gaps and anticipate new research directions and opportunities.
• Dedicated efforts to addressing cancer disparities across the cancer continuum.
• Translational cancer research expertise in at least one of the following areas: biostatistics/bioinformatics, environmental epidemiology, behavioral epidemiology, genetics/epigenetics, immunology, biomarker and/or drug development, and health services research.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate with a transdisciplinary team, with exceptional mentorship skills to advance careers of early career faculty, trainees, and staff.
• Ability to foster awareness and support of cancer center initiatives to support inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and cancer health equity efforts throughout the institution.
• Ability to help establish CPC program priorities, including increasing CPC membership through strategic faculty recruitment, and increasing the effectiveness, impact and reach of the CPC program efforts.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
Successful applicants must have:
• Professional degree (PhD, MD, DrPH, or ScD) in a discipline related to cancer epidemiology, cancer population sciences, environmental epidemiology, health services research, and/or behavioral sciences.
• Established track record of peer-reviewed extramural research funding, publications in high impact professional journals, and national/international reputation as evidenced by service on national, regional, and local organizations and societies.
• Outstanding record of collaborative cancer research-related activities.
• Record of participation in educational programs and mentorship.
• Faculty ranking of Associate or Full Professor.

COMMUNITY:
Houston is a vibrant city comprised of diverse communities that reflect global influences, who enjoy a great variety of cultural amenities, world-class restaurants and an affordable cost of living. Houston Methodist is based in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the U.S. — just a short walk from the city’s museum and arts district, zoo and midtown attractions, and a few miles from Houston’s downtown and sports arenas.

PROCEDURE AND CANDIDACY:
Applications should include a detailed curriculum vitae with funding and research interests; along with a cover letter highlighting accomplishments and research interests. To ensure full consideration, inquiries, nominations, and applications should be submitted electronically, in confidence, to [email protected].

Program Co-Leader of the Cancer Prevention and Control Program (Assistant Professor / Associate Professor)

OHSU is the only academic health center in Oregon and is nationally distinguished as a research university dedicated to advancing health sciences. The OHSU Knight Cancer Institute, known as one of the pioneers in personalized cancer medicine, is an international leader in cancer research
and treatment.

The Program Co-Leader of the Cancer Prevention and Control Program collaborates with the Associate Director (AD) of Population Science, and other Knight leaders to foster innovative and impactful multidisciplinary research across the cancer continuum.

Programmatic themes are: 1) Prevention and Risk Reduction, 2) Screening and Early Detection, and 3) Survivorship. The Program Co-Leader should conduct research in one or more of these areas.

Major Responsibilities
• Foster collaborations within the Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) Program through activities such as meetings, seminars, retreats, and collaborations
• Promote novel science by deploying annual CPC Pilot funds (~$200,000) in partnership with the CPC Co-Leader
• Stimulate growth of extramural funding
• Review Program membership, and identify potential new members within OHSU and provide input on external recruitments
• Provide formal and informal mentoring to junior faculty of the CPC Program, and others interested in this field;
• Evaluate progress and set future directions with the CPC Co-Leader, Knight Leadership, and the External Advisory Committee (EAC);
• Actively participate in research and activities to address catchment area
• needs;
• Understand CCSG guidelines and requirements, develop the CPC Program component for competitive and non-competitive renewals, and participate in site visits and annual EAC meetings;
• Serve as a member of relevant Cancer Center committees
• Maintain a robust research program in the area of Cancer Prevention and Control, with extramural funding

Based in Portland, we are one of Oregon’s largest employers, and provide
opportunities for career growth and excellent benefits. As a public
organization, we also provide services for the most vulnerable Oregonians
and have a strong focus on outreach and engagement to improve health in
communities across the state.

Education & Experience:
Associate or Full Professor; Active R01 or equivalent grant
Apply today:
Go to www.ohsu.edu/jobs and click on the Search for Jobs button.
Enter the Req 2024-29721 in the Keyword Search field, then apply.

For general questions, email our team at [email protected]

Postdoctoral Associate - Cancer Epidemiology/Data Sciences

The University of Vermont Cancer Center is seeking an outstanding candidate to fill a Postdoctoral Associate position focused on breast cancer epidemiology and data sciences. This position is under the supervision of Dr. Brian Sprague, PhD, who is Professor in the UVM Larner College of Medicine and co-Leader of the Cancer Population Sciences program within the Cancer Center. Dr. Sprague directs the Vermont Breast Cancer Surveillance System (VBCSS), a registry-based study that collects data on women undergoing breast imaging at radiology facilities in Vermont. The VBCSS is one of six active registries that pools data within the national Breast Cancer Surveillance Consortium (BCSC) to conduct breast cancer research and inform national guidelines for breast cancer screening. VBCSS data have been used in over 270 publications.

This postdoctoral associate position offers opportunities in complex data management, data analyses, and manuscript publication in support of multiple NCI grant-funded projects evaluating breast cancer screening strategies and breast cancer risk prediction models. Active projects include an R01-funded study of supplemental screening strategies for women with dense breasts, an R01-funded study of novel risk prediction models for women with benign breast disease, and P01-funded studies of advanced cancer risk prediction models and the use of image analysis artificial intelligence algorithms to improve breast cancer screening and risk prediction.

Core job responsibilities will include analytic design, conduct of data analyses, and manuscript preparation. The postdoctoral associate will develop their independent research skills under the mentorship of Dr. Sprague, including opportunities for grant writing and conference travel if desired. Candidates can expect a collaborative work environment, with local, national, and international collaborators in disciplines including Epidemiology, Health Services Research, Biostatistics, Radiology, Pathology, Surgery, Primary Care, Decision Analysis, Implementation Science, and Complex Systems.

This is a 1-2 year position with a flexible start date and potential to extend for an additional year. Ability to work in-person at the University of Vermont in Burlington is desired but remote options may be considered. A competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for travel and training are available.

Requirements include a PhD in a field applicable to cancer epidemiology or data sciences. This opportunity is available to US Citizens or eligible to work in the United States. Recent PhD graduates and candidates with prior postdoctoral experience will both be considered. Successful candidates will have an interest in working with large datasets, including data from the Breast Cancer Surveillance Consortium, experience with complex statistical analyses, and strong writing skills. Database management skills (e.g., SQL Server, MS Access, SAS) and interests in rural health are highly desirable but not required.

To apply, please submit 1) a cover letter describing the candidate’s research interests and relevant qualifications; 2) a CV; and 3) the names and contact information of three individual references to: Dr. Brian Sprague ([email protected]).

Further information about the VBCSS is available at http://www.med.uvm.edu/vbcss/program-home. Further information about the BCSC is available at https://www.bcsc-research.org/

Chief, Division of Hematology/Oncology

Chief, Division of Hematology/Oncology
UMass Chan Medical School
Worcester, MA

UMass Chan Medical School (UMass Chan) and UMass Memorial Health (UMMH), Worcester, seek a distinguished, dynamic, and collaborative Hematology/Oncology leader with a strong clinical and academic foundation to serve as the next Chief of the Division of Hematology Oncology. As the leader of the Division, the Chief will be responsible for the growth and advancement of research, faculty recruitment and development, scholarly activity, and teaching excellence for the Division. The Division strives to be a nationally recognized Hematology Oncology program through advancing clinical, educational, research, and scholarly activities with the goal of being a top-tier division in all areas.

UMass Memorial Health is the largest integrated healthcare system in Central and Western Massachusetts. Based in Worcester, the system encompasses a multi-campus tertiary and quaternary care medical center (UMass Memorial Medical Center); member and affiliated community hospitals; home health; hospice; health plan; extensive ambulatory care sites; rehabilitation; and behavioral health service. UMass Chan Medical School is one of five campuses in the University of Massachusetts system. One of the fastest-growing research institutions in the United States, UMass Chan is ranked near the top among public medical schools in the Northeast in funding awarded by the National Institutes of Health with $204 million in FY 2023 – total research awards were more than $322 million in FY 2023.

UMass Chan and UMMH’s Hematology/Oncology programs are among the busiest in New England with more than 6,000 new Hematology/Oncology patients per year at 5 sites across the region, approximately 60 patients per year receiving stem cell transplantation, and 15 patients per year receiving cellular therapy in the newly implemented and growing CAR-T program. Additionally, the UMass Cancer Center is a powerhouse in cancer research with scientists and clinical researchers recruited from around the world to develop innovative approaches through groundbreaking basic, translational, clinical, and population-based research. Furthermore, the UMass Cancer Center is dedicated to educating and training the next generation of cancer researchers, educators, clinicians, and physician-scientists – UMass Chan and UMMH offer extensive education and training programs in undergraduate medical education, graduate and postdoctoral education, and all levels of medical training.

Position Description
The new Chief of the Division of Hematology/Oncology will lead UMass Chan/UMMH in its efforts to shape the growth of Hematology Oncology services across the UMass Chan and UMMH System. The Chief will be integrally involved in developing and executing a strategic plan and vision for integrated cancer care while working closely with community Hematology/Oncology leaders to collaboratively advance the delivery of cancer care to the hospitals’ patient populations and the goal of achieving NCI Cancer Center status.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced physician-leader and/or physician-scientist to live and work in a very desirable, highly advanced healthcare market, and expand upon a Hematology/Oncology program with the clinical operational support and expertise of one of the nation’s leading Hematology/Oncology Medicine hospitals and health systems.

Compensation commensurate with education and experience, and will include a generous benefits package.

Procedure for Candidacy
A multi-disciplinary search committee will review applicants for eligibility and then invite qualified applicants for virtual interviews. A subgroup of applicants will be invited for onsite interviews. Finally, applicants may be invited to submit their vision statement. After a thorough review of the candidate’s vision, finalists may be invited for a final onsite interview.

Applications or nominations of appropriate candidates may be sent in confidence to:

Betsy Mullenix
Senior Search Associate
Diversified Search Group
[email protected]

Applications should include a current CV and cover letter. Applicant review will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.

Environmental Epidemiology Faculty

Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) and the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah’s Departments of Population Health Sciences (PHS) and Family & Preventive Medicine (DFPM) are seeking a tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Associate or Full Professor to grow our emphasis in environmental epidemiology across the cancer control continuum. The ideal candidate will: 1) conduct research that advances the field of environmental epidemiology; 2) provide cancer-focused campus-wide leadership to develop collaborative, interdisciplinary research activities in the area of environmental health; and 3) catalyze partnerships between HCI and research Centers at the University of Utah focused on environmental sustainability and climate change. The ideal candidate will have a track record of environmental and cancer-relevant research, and may have particular expertise in a wide range of disciplines such as geography, statistics, epidemiology, public health, and/or health equity. The academic home will depend upon the candidate’s background, but would be either DFPM (Division of Public Health or Occupational and Environmental Health) or PHS (Division of Cancer Population Sciences). This position includes an Endowed Chair and generous start-up package.

About the University of Utah
The University of Utah is the state’s oldest and largest institution of higher education, and offers an exceptional research and teaching environment. As a result of investment in research infrastructure and personnel, in 2022 over 1,100 faculty researchers generated $686 million in external grant and contract funding. The University is investing heavily to create and maintain extraordinary infrastructure providing access to state-of-the-art data science, genomics, bio- and biomedical informatics, visualization, and geospatial capabilities.

About Huntsman Cancer Institute
HCI is an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and a member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), supporting and fostering a vibrant cancer research enterprise in a highly collaborative environment. HCI has an outstanding history of academic achievement and impact and a commitment to excellence in patient care, research, teaching, and service. In addition, the University of Utah and HCI are home to superb shared resources, such as the Utah Population Database (more info below) as well as the Utah Cancer Registry, which is a long-standing and preeminent Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) site. HCI has extensive depth in population sciences research, coupled with a strong tradition of community-based research, and collaborations with clinicians to conduct transformational research for individuals and populations. As part of our scientific mission of excellence, we seek to positively impact the populations we serve; specifically those in Utah, Nevada, Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho.

Utah Population Database
The Utah Population Database (UPDB), with over 600 million records representing >11 million individuals, has gained distinction nationally as an unparalleled database for clinical and population studies, gene discovery for cancer and other diseases, epidemiologic investigation, and outcomes research. The UPDB encompasses a rich and comprehensive population-based, medical/epidemiological/ genealogical/geospatial database that supports more than 250 currently-approved research projects, and is overseen by a large team of computer science, data management, and analytic professionals. With >70 million geocoded addresses, researchers can link address histories to multiple environmental and social determinants of health datasets.

About the Department of Population Health Sciences
The Department of Population Health Sciences is a hub for education, investigation and methodological expertise. Through a diverse faculty in three Divisions, including Cancer Population Sciences, Biostatistics, and Health System Innovation & Research, we provide expertise and infrastructure to advance capacity for impact-driven research (with ~$24 million in annual research expenditures), support clinical professionals in providing better patient and population-oriented care, and lead an integrative PhD Program in Population Health and a four-year Population Health pathway for medical students. Through our research, education, and community engagement activities, we promote patient-centered health care and the delivery of evidence-based health innovations that improve population health and reduce health disparities within our community. We strive to contribute to a world where all individuals—regardless of socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, gender identity or sexuality—have the opportunity to enjoy the highest attainable standard of health. The department is highly interdisciplinary, collaborative, and innovative, and we seek faculty who will thrive in this environment.

About the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine
The Department of Family and Preventive Medicine was founded in 1970 making it one of the oldest and most established family medicine departments in the country. The Department of Family and Preventive Medicine optimizes quality of life through scholarship that advances health and well-being in home, workplaces, and communities. The Department comprises four complimentary Divisions: Public Health, Occupational and Environmental Health, Family Medicine and Physician Assistant Studies. The Department offers eight graduate degrees, including MPH, MOH, MSPH, MSOH and doctoral degrees in Public Health and in Occupational and Environmental Health. Faculty are active in educating medical students, and training residents in Family Medicine and Occupational and Environmental Medicine. The Department has a very active research program with ~$16 million in annual grant expenditures. DFPM currently ranked #3 in NIH funding among departments of family medicine in the 2021 Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research report.

Desired Qualifications and Experience
• Senior researcher
o Able to advance the science of environmental influences on health, particularly (but not exclusively) on cancer.
o Evidence of a successful research program including a history of funded R01 grants or equivalent.
• Expertise in both prospective and retrospective environmental epidemiologic studies
o Must have experience working with large health and demographic datasets and have a clear understanding of data systems and data linkage.
o Strongly prefer candidates with experience and expertise in spatial analysis methods.
o Prefer candidates with experience using big data techniques, exposome measurement, life course approaches, and/or the application of omics-based methods.
• Dedicated educator and mentor for pre- and post-doctoral trainees as well as junior faculty
• Demonstrated leadership ability and ability to communicate effectively
o Must have a track record of building successful interdisciplinary teams and obtaining the committed support of a wide range of stakeholders for initiatives.

Application Process
Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter with a description of professional experience (including scientific accomplishments, leadership responsibilities and 3 references), and a 3-page research plan.

Applications will be reviewed in an ongoing basis and start date is flexible.

Apply online at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/147207.

Questions about the position can be directed to the search committee Co-Chairs, Dr. Jennifer Doherty in PHS ([email protected]) and Dr. James VanDerSlice in DFPM ([email protected]).

Email: [email protected]