GASTROINTESTINAL ONCOLOGIST

GASTROINTESTINAL ONCOLOGISTRequisition # 75542Position Basics
Type of Position OTHER Advertising Ends on: Extended Until Position is Filled Advertising Started on: Friday, February 21st, 2025 College: Carver College of Medicine Department: Internal Medicine
Salary
Salary: Commensurate
Position Details
Full/Part Time Status: Negotiable Position Description:

The University of Iowa Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Division of Hematology, Oncology and Blood & Marrow Transplantation are seeking a BC/BE medical oncologist with specialization in gastrointestinal oncology for a growing practice. This position will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Full Professor to either the tenure or clinical track (non-tenure track), depending on qualifications and experience. Appointment to the rank of Instructor (non-track) may also be considered.

The Carver College of Medicine is part of a major research university and ranks 19th among public universities in NIH research funding. The Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center is a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that collaborates closely with the College and the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. A particular strength of the program is a growing portfolio of investigator-initiated and phase I trials including many based-on research being conducted in University of Iowa laboratories. The hospital is one of the largest university-owned teaching hospitals in the United States and is adjacent to the Iowa City Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

The Division of Hematology-Oncology and Blood & Marrow Transplantation has a broad mission, spanning benign and malignant hematology and solid tumor oncology. Division faculty lead more than 200 active clinical research trials at any given time for a wide range of cancers and blood disorders and operate Iowa's only FACT-accredited bone marrow transplant unit. The division provides services at University of Iowa Health Care, the Iowa City VA Medical Center, and at several regional outreach sites in southeast Iowa.

About Iowa City:

The University of Iowa is located in Iowa City, a vibrant community located in the rolling hills of southeastern Iowa. One of four UNESCO Cities of Literature, the Iowa City community offers outstanding schools, quality entertainment, literary, musical and cultural opportunities, outdoor recreation and Big Ten sporting events. Learn more about Iowa City and the Department of Internal Medicine by watching the video: https://medicine.uiowa.edu/internalmedicine/about-us/why-iowa

Department website:

https://medicine.uiowa.edu/internalmedicine/hematology-oncology-and-blood-marrow-transplantation

For appointment to the clinical or tenure track, successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

Education Requirement:

• Candidates must have an MD degree or equivalent.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Residency Program is required.
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Candidates will show evidence of a commitment to clinical teaching, clinical research, and patient care experience in medical oncology.
• Training and/or clinical experience in gastrointestinal medical oncology is required.
  
  

Certifications:

• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Iowa.
• Must be board certified or eligible for certification by the ABIM in Medical Oncology.
  
  

Desirable Qualifications:

• Multiple years of experience in clinical gastrointestinal medical oncology is preferred.
• Leadership experience of a gastrointestinal portfolio in medical oncology would be ideal.
• Nationally or internationally recognized clinical trial experience is ideal.
• Academic experience with extramural grants, clinical research collaborations, and/or training programs is ideal.
  
  

Online Application Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae

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Contact Information
Contact: Brittany Sonntag
Cmed-Internal Medicine
General Hospital
220 Hawkins Drive
C21GH GH
Iowa City, IA 52242
Phone: 319-356-2148

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

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