Hematology / Oncology- Associate / Professor, Clinical Scholar / Tenure Pathway

The Robert Larner, MD College of Medicine and the University of Vermont Health Network are seeking an accomplished hematology or medical oncology physician to lead as Network Division Chief for Hematology and Oncology. This position requires a combination of clinical expertise, leadership and research skills and commitment to academic excellence; this leadership position will directly impact the quality of care in a large regional catchment area.

The  UVM  Health Network Department of Medicine is the largest department in our health care system and employs approximately 600 physicians and advanced practice practitioners at 1 academic medical center and 5 integrated community hospitals across two states. The appropriate candidate will work closely with the  UVMHN  Department of Medicine Chair to advance division, departmental and multidisciplinary initiatives across the Vermont and upstate New York regions. The Network Division Chief will lead a vibrant division committed to excellence in clinical care, education and research.

The individual will be an employee of the  UVM  Larner College of Medicine and the  UVM  Health Network and will receive an academic appointment as a member of the faculty of the Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont. Candidates at the full professor level are encouraged. Anchored by the academic University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont, the system includes 5 affiliated hospitals and many state-of-the-art ambulatory clinics across the region.

The University of Vermont and  UVM  Health Network offers an outstanding benefits package including paid vacation ( UVMMG ), holidays ( UVMMG ), and sick days ( UVMMG / UVM ), competitive  CME  allowances and dedicated  CME  time ( UVMMG ), medical / dental / vision coverage ( UVMMG / UVM ), employer-funded retirement plan options ( UVMMG / UVM ), and possible relocation bonus ( UVMMG ).

The  UVM  Health Network system spans both sides of Lake Champlain in upstate New York and Vermont and offers the quintessential New England experience. This beautiful area combines history, industry, and business and has been ranked consistently as one of the best places in the US to live and work. With excellent schools, an accessible national airport and destinations like Montreal, Boston, Lake Champlain, and ski country within driving distance, University of Vermont is the ideal place to work, play and raise a family.

Qualifications : MD degree (or equivalent). Board certified in Hematology and / or Medical Oncology. Appointment at the rank of Associate Professor / Professor (Tenure or Clinical Scholar Pathway) will be commensurate with years of experience and accomplishments.

The University of Vermont is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to inclusive excellence through their teaching, service, and scholarship. Our community embraces and advances the values of  Our Common Ground : openness, respect, responsibility, integrity, innovation, and justice while upholding the highest standards of  professionalism , driven by a passion for lifelong learning and improvement. Cultural humility, kindness, and respect form the foundations upon which the college strives to elevate professionalism in all its endeavors. Professionalism is demonstrated through integrity, accountability, compassion, altruism, and social responsibility.

Successful candidates will exhibit a strong commitment to the tenets of Our Common Ground and the principles of professionalism. Applicants are required to submit a separate statement detailing how they would enhance the impact of Our Common Ground values and professionalism, and advance inclusive excellence at  LCOM  and among the populations the college serves through teaching, service, and scholarship.

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.

Application Process : Applicants must apply online at :   www.uvmjobs.com  under Position No.  XXXXX .

Applications must include :

• CV
• Cover letter
• Contact information for three references
• Separate statement detailing how they would enhance the impact of Our Common Ground values and professionalism, and advance inclusive excellence at  LCOM  and among the populations the college serves through teaching, service, and scholarship.

Questions about this opportunity may be directed to :

Jennifer Gilwee MD

Division Chief, General Internal Medicine

University of Vermont Health Network

Email :   Jennifer.gilwee@uvmhealth.org

Application deadline : Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Employment is subject to a successful background check.