Genitourinary (GU) Oncologist

About the role

The Division of Hematology, Medical Oncology and Palliative Care in the Department of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin and the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center (UWCCC) seeks a medical oncologist with a genitourinary (GU) clinical and research focus, to join our faculty. This is an opportunity on the Clinical Health Sciences (CHS) track for prospects seeking a Professor, Associate Professor or Assistant Professor position. We are looking for candidates with a track record of clinical excellence, cancer research focus and an interest in education as demonstrated through training and/or practice experience. Cancer research focus would include clinical, translational or health services research in areas such as precision medicine, immunotherapy, cellular therapy treatments or early phase drug development. This position would be active in multi-disciplinary GU oncology programs. The academic clinician will be expected to engage in active collaborative research and clinical trials and/or health services in the division. Independent extramural funding is desired but not expected. Informatics Leadership Opportunity: Qualified oncology candidates with an interest in healthcare informatics may be considered for an additional leadership role within UW Health Medical Informatics. Protected informatics effort may be available based on organizational needs and candidate qualifications. Areas of focus may include clinical and applied informatics, research informatics, digital innovation, artificial intelligence, and technology-enabled care transformation. Informatics responsibilities and associated FTE, if applicable, would be determined through a separate discussion during the recruitment process. Department of Medicine: Fueled by innovation yet grounded in kindness, the Department of Medicine empowers leaders to transform medicine and improve lives everywhere. We are committed to professional fulfillment and health equity. We strive to ensure that everyone in our department understands the importance of social impact and belonging—and is empowered to champion it in all they do. Join us and be a part of supporting our nationally recognized faculty, innovative medical education programs and exceptional clinical care as we work towards our vision of healthy people and healthy communities! At the Division of Hematology, Medical Oncology and Palliative Care, we treat people with cancer, blood diseases and serious illnesses. We lead comprehensive education, research and clinical programs—in partnership with our world-class university and remarkable health system. We are innovative, collaborative and kind. We strive for excellence, clear communication and health equity. And we make an impact in Wisconsin and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Academic expectations include 40% protected time to engage in scholarly activity.
• Participate in clinical teaching of fellows, residents and medical students, and support the teaching and clinical research missions of the division and department.
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