Academic Lung Oncologist

Overview

Academic Lung Oncologist – All Ranks, NTT

University of Missouri, School of Medicine

The Division of Hematology and Oncology at the University of Missouri (MU) School of Medicine is seeking a dedicated thoracic oncologist to join our expanding team at Ellis Fischel Cancer Center. We are looking for an academic physician with a passion for advancing the care of patients with lung and thoracic malignancies through clinical excellence, research, and education.

Responsibilities

• Join and contribute to an expanding thoracic oncology program with immediate access to a robust lung cancer patient population.
• Lead and expand thoracic oncology services and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Design, lead, and participate in cutting-edge clinical trials with colleagues across MU’s academic health system.
• Engage in translational research with available protected time, seed funding opportunities, and access to collaborators.
• Serve in teaching and educational roles for fellows, residents, and medical students within a department supporting subspecialty fellowship programs.
• Collaborate with thoracic surgeons, radiation oncologists, pulmonologists, and pathologists in tumor boards and multispecialty clinics.
• Contribute to the institutional and clinical growth supported by MU Health Care’s system with multiple hospitals and clinics.

Qualifications

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive academic salary and benefits package. Relocation assistance and signing incentives available. Faculty rank commensurate with experience (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor).

Location & Institutional Context

Location : Columbia, Missouri. Columbia is a vibrant, family-friendly city with affordable living and access to Kansas City and St. Louis.

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