Breast Oncologist

Nationally Ranked Cancer Program Experiencing Significant Expansion - Breast Medical Oncologists

The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute expanded in December 2014 to become the 3rd largest cancer hospital in the U.

S. The extraordinary success of this 21-story, 398-bed state-of-the-art hospital has resulted in remarkable clinical growth and has created several opportunities for medical oncologists across the spectrum of solid tumor subspecialties.

The Ohio State University is currently seeking oncology physicians at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor rank for a variety of roles in the areas of basic and translational research, education, and inpatient and outpatient care.

High priority searches at this time are those who desire to focus their research and patient care in Breast Cancer.

Positions Open for Breast Medical Oncologists

At The Ohio State University, patients go to The Stefanie Spielman Comprehensive Breast Center (SSCBC) for all of their breast cancer needs.

The SSCBC was one of the first stand-alone breast cancer centers in the Midwest US and is one of the largest Breast Oncology centers in the country with 45 dedicated breast physicians (11 medical oncology, 9 breast radiologists, 7 surgical oncologists, 7 reconstructive breast surgeons, 4 radiation oncologists and 7 breast pathologists) within the SSCBC who see an average of more than 1000 new breast cancer patients per year .

The SSCBC is located approximately 1 mile off the main campus and is a state-of-the-art facility that offers a diagnostic clinic, comprehensive breast imaging, a fully independent laboratory, an infusion center, and several supportive services including social work on-site, physical therapy and a Lymphedema Center of Excellence.

Currently, with 11 Breast Medical Oncologists, the OSU Breast Medical Oncology Section is one of the largest dedicated Breast Medical Oncology programs in the country and is seeking to hire 3 additional Breast Medical Oncologists.

Within Breast Medical Oncology, physicians are supported by an extensive team of advanced practice providers, skilled Magnet nursing professionals, and medical scribes.

There are comprehensive translational and clinical trials research programs within Breast Medical Oncology with a robust trial portfolio.

• Clinical Trials : More than 50 open clinical trials within the Breast Section including many early phase 1 and 2 clinical trials which utilize study resources at the SSCBC as well as in the OSU Clinical Trials Unit.
• Retrospective Studies : More than 15 published manuscripts since its inception in 2019 and nearly 15 additional on-going retrospective analyses.
• Translational Breast Cancer Research Program : This includes tissue / blood sample coordination, research genomic profiling, trial correlative support, and research collaboration opportunities.
• Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology : A comprehensive bench-to-bedside OSU research initiative focused on harnessing the bodys immune system to fight cancer at all levels from prevention to treatment and survivorship.

Current areas of programmatic focus include translational research, clinical research, inflammatory breast cancer, high-risk patient care, health disparities, breast immunotherapy, adolescent and young adult care including oncofertility and sexual health, geriatric care and survivorship.

However, there is room for growth in all areas as well as into new directions.

In addition to incredible resources at the SSCBC, The Ohio State Comprehensive Cancer Center and Columbus have many great things to offer for physicians.

Features include :

• NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center since 1976
• One of only 11 freestanding cancer hospitals in the U.S.
• Magnet designation
• One of only four cancer centers funded by the NCI to conduct Phase I and II cancer clinical trials
• Founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)
• Founding member of the Oncology Research Information Exchange Network (ORIEN)
• Robust clinical trials program with active translational therapeutics that include a clinical research unit, Phase 1 U01 grant and N01 Phase II contract
• Consistently ranked as one of Americas Best Cancer Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report
• Financially-secure program with strong philanthropic and community support

Why work for The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center :

• Central Ohios Academic Leader
• One of the largest and most diverse medical centers in the country; only academic medical center in central Ohio and Columbus (Ohios largest and most rapidly growing metropolitan region)
• Ranked one of Americas Best Hospitals" by U.S. News and World Report for over 30 consecutive years
• Voted one of Central Ohios Best Places to Work by Columbus Business First newspaper
• For over 30 years, recognized as a national leader in quality outcomes and patient safety

Our planned growth at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center :

• Main campus : New construction of a state-of-the-art biomedical research tower, 880-bed hospital tower, ambulatory center and Health Sciences building that will house the College of Medicine
• Around the city : Construction of 2 Newly designed Ambulatory Centers - COMPLETED AND NOW OPEN in addition to 5 established ambulatory care centers up and running today

Why live in Columbus, Ohio :

• 1.8 million population base and diverse cultural, sports, dining and recreational opportunities
• Recently voted the #1 IT city in the nation surpassing Silicon Valley
• Home to several Fortune 500 companies
• Ranks in Money magazines picks as one of the ten best big cities
• 2nd fastest growing major metropolitan area in the Midwest : 14

largest city in the nation

• Booming real estate market
• Consistently ranked in the top ten in nearly every category : Economic growth, things to do, affordable cost of living, great place to raise a family

Required : MD / DO required. Completion of accredited Oncology / Hematology Fellowship. Candidates must be Board Certified in Internal Medicine and board eligible or certified in Medical Oncology, as well as able to meet medical licensure requirements in Ohio.

Please note : We are able to accommodate H1B Visas. We are also able to accommodate J1 visas ONLY if we go the O1 visa route.

Come be a Buckeye! For consideration, email cover letter and CV to :

Kam Carlberg, Faculty Recruiter

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

[email protected]

The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.