Assistant/Associate/Full Professor
Job Description:Medical Oncologist at the University of Florida. The Department of Medicine at the University of Florida is seeking applications for a full-time medical oncologist for a clinician-researcher track position in the Division of Hematology/Oncology at the Assistant Professor rank or higher. This role is open to ABIM board-certified or board-eligible medical oncologists with expertise in solid tumors. The position offers flexibility, allowing the candidate to shape their role within the division based on their specific expertise and interests.
The successful applicant will primarily focus on clinical care but will also be expected to contribute significantly to clinical and translational research, participate in team-based research initiatives, and engage in teaching students, residents, and fellows in both clinical and inpatient settings. Additionally, the candidate will collaborate in a variety of activities, including subspecialty and multidisciplinary clinics at the UF Health main campus, cancer case and research conferences, and clinical trials. A commitment to high-quality patient care, research, and academic excellence is essential.
Faculty in the UF Division of Hematology and Oncology are members of the University of Florida Health Cancer Center (UFHCC), the only NCI-designated Cancer Center in North Central Florida. The center is also the only NCI-Designated Cancer Center based at a public university in Florida. The UFHCC blends comprehensive patient care and innovative research in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, with members from 11 of the 16 colleges at the University of Florida (UF). UF, ranked #6 among public universities by U.S. News & World Report and #4 by Forbes in 2024, stands as a premier research institution, driving innovation and discovery while delivering exceptional value and academic excellence.
Resources available for professional development at the University of Florida Health Sciences Center include leadership, education, and research training through support from the UF Health Cancer Center, Clinical Translational Science Institute (CTSI), formal mentorship programs, and supported opportunities for teaching and research. The UF Health Cancer Center Clinical Research Office provides clinical research support.
Foreign national candidates whose employment conditions meet federal and University requirements under an immigrant classification are eligible to apply.
Tenure accruing and non-tenure accruing tracks are available. Rank and tenure status will be commensurate with qualifications.
About Gainesville, Florida
Gainesville (http://cityofgainesville.org) is home to Florida's largest and oldest university and is one of the state's centers of education, medicine, cultural events, and athletics. Gainesville is also the largest city in Alachua County and is the county seat, with approximately 269,000 residents county-wide. The city provides a full range of municipal services, including cultural and nature services and necessary administrative services to support these activities. Additionally, Gainesville is home to a regional transit system, a regional airport, and a 72-par championship golf course. Gainesville is known for the preservation of historic buildings and the beauty of its natural surroundings, and the city's numerous parks, museums, and lakes provide entertainment to thousands of visitors. Because of its beautiful landscape and urban "forest," Gainesville is one of the most attractive cities in Florida. It is a hidden gem in North Central Florida, within a couple of hours of major cities such as Orlando, Jacksonville, and Tampa. We are in a central location to the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean, providing easy access within a couple hours' drive to beaches, nature preserves, and water-based activities. We have warm weather much of the year, allowing for year-round outdoor activities. Due to the diverse atmosphere generated by The University of Florida and UF Health Shands, the leading employers in Gainesville, the city is also a wonderful place to raise a family.
Expected Salary:Salary is negotiable, commensurate with education and experience.
Minimum Requirements:Applicants must be board-certified or board eligible in Medical Oncology and be eligible for a Florida Medical License.
Preferred Qualifications:Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please attach curriculum vitae and three letters of recommendation.
Final candidate will be required to provide official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff.
This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required: Yes.