Physician Scientist

Position The Department of Radiation Oncology of the University of Maryland School of Medicine, ranked top 5th in NIH research funding, is recruiting for a Radiation Oncologist at the Assistant/Associate/Professor level. The department provides Radiation Oncology services at several practice settings and has a need for a full‑time faculty physician scientist. The ideal candidate will have a track record of continuous and/or renewal of extramural/industry funding and have an active clinical practice. Based on the candidate’s experience, the opportunity to hold a departmental leadership position, such as Vice‑Chair, could be made available. Clinical Settings and Facilities The Department of Radiation Oncology’s clinical program has twenty (20) physicians. The main patient care facility is at the University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore, within the University of Maryland Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center, and is close to the main attractions of the Inner Harbor waterfront and professional sports stadiums. We provide patient care in eight (8) locations in Maryland; the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) and the Maryland Proton Treatment Center (MPTC) in downtown Baltimore, the Central Maryland Radiation Oncology Center (CMROC) in Columbia, the Tate Cancer Center at the University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UM‑BWMC) in Glen Burnie, the Kaufman Cancer Center at University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, MD (UM‑UCMC), the Requard Radiation Oncology Center at the University of Maryland Shore Medical Center (UM‑SRMC) in Easton, MD, the Radiation Oncology Center at the University of Maryland St Joseph Medical Center (UM‑SJMC) in Towson, and the Center for Advanced Medicine at the University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center (UM–CRMC) in Upper Marlboro, MD. There is a prospect that we may offer professional services in other locations in the future. Our current clinical program has fourteen (14) linear accelerators, a research linear accelerator, eight (8) multi‑slice large bore CT simulators, a proton center with four (4) active treatment rooms, GammaPod, five (5) HDR units, an MRI and active programs in Hyperthermia Therapy, Brachytherapy, SRS/SBRT, radiopharmaceuticals and Radio‑embolization. There are several campus‑wide shared resources including small‑animal imaging CT, PET and MR scanners. There are twelve (12) medical residents and three (3) medical physics residents. Research Facilities Medical Physics led by Dr. Amit Sawant, has thirty three (33) medical physics faculty, twenty six (26) dosimetrists, three (3) physics residents, post‑doctoral fellows, graduate students, and six (6) information systems and technology staff. All practice sites are connected via a state‑of‑the‑art telemedicine network facilitating interactions between faculty and staff. Research programs include the development of new treatment planning and delivery techniques, tumor motion management, inter‑fraction image guidance strategies, two SARRPs and research vaults dedicated to photon and proton related research. The division of medical physics has research space co‑located with DTRS. The department occupies >20,000 sq. ft. of purpose‑built, fully renovated, access‑controlled wet laboratory, animal research and dry lab space for successful execution of translational radiobiological/physics research. Application Process To be considered for this position interested applicants must apply to the faculty posting by applying to: Salary Salary Range. Min; $287,100 Max; $622,000 The referenced salary range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank. This salary range does not include all components of the Radiation Oncology faculty compensation program or pay from participation in Radiation Oncology variable compensation programs. Therefore, the actual compensation paid to the selected candidate may vary from the salary range stated herein. For more information, please contact the hiring department. The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate’s geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University. Benefits UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school. EEO Statement UMB is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. Qualifications Candidates must be board certified/eligible by the American Board of Radiology in Radiation Oncology and eligible for an unrestricted license in the State of Maryland. This position requires a medical degree from a recognized accredited domestic university (or foreign equivalent), a strong commitment to patient care and teaching, and the ability to work well in a team setting. #J-18808-Ljbffr