Hematologist Oncologist - Director, Drug Development Unit

Director, Drug Development Unit

Tennessee Oncology

Chattanooga, TN

Job Details :

Occupation : Director, Drug Development Unit

Specialty :  Hematology / Oncology

Clinic Location :   Chattanooga, TN

Employment :   Full-Time

Opportunity :   Unique opportunity to blend clinical and research responsibilities

Board Certifications :   BE / BC

Degree :  MD / DO

Work Environment :   Private Practice

Ideal Candidate :   Board-Certified / Board-Eligible, strong background in providing direct patient care and conducting research

About the Practice and their Mission :

Tennessee Oncology  is built on a foundation of clinical excellence, compassionate support, and commitment to helping our patients through exceedingly challenging times in their lives. The education and experience of our physicians and healthcare team enable us to  provide access to high-quality cancer care and the expertise of clinical research for all patients, at convenient locations within their community and close to their homes.  The practice offers Hematology / Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Palliative Care, and Clinical trial & Research Programs.

Tennessee Oncology is a proud partner of  OneOncology . OneOncology is a national partnership of leading independent community oncology practices working together to improve the lives of everyone living with cancer with a physician-led, data-driven, technology-powered, and patient-centric model. Through OneOncology, partner practices have shared technology platforms that foster communication, data sharing, and clinical excellence across the network. OneOncologys non-exclusive clinical trial site management subsidiary, OneR, delivers complex, multi-center clinical trials to affiliated practices.

Practice Details :

• Total Group Count : 105 Physicians and 105 APPs
• Phase 1, 2, and 3 clinical trials
• Ancillary services include : in-house lab, in-house pathology, infusion centers, genetic counseling, proton therapy, imaging, retail pharmacy, nutritionist, physical therapist, social workers, chaplain
• Medical services include : hematology / medical oncology, radiation oncology, palliative care, and APPs

About the Role :

Tennessee Oncology is seeking a Director of a new Phase I unit in Chattanooga. The Director will be responsible for the scientific leadership of this drug development unit including study selection, patient enrollment, study conduct, and sponsor relationships. This Phase I unit is part of a larger Phase I program within the Greco-Hainsworth Centers for Research at Tennessee Oncology, and part of a regional hub for clinical research. The Director will be supported a robust clinical trials infrastructure including study start-up, regulatory, contract and budgeting, data management, research nursing, pharmacy, and quality. More job details below :

Recruitment Package :

If you would like to apply or learn more about this opportunity,  please email your CV  to shanna.carpien@oneoncology.com

I look forward to speaking with you!