Hematology/Oncology Division Chief – College of Medicine, Knoxville

Responsibilities

• Fulfill responsibilities as academic and administrative leader of the Division.
• Provide guidance and leadership to ensure that the hematology/oncology fellowship runs smoothly and is successful in attracting high-caliber fellows to the program.
• Build a research program in the division with the goal of achieving National recognition and achieving cancer center designation by NCI.
• Participate in academic and scholarly activities and publish regularly in peer-reviewed journals.
• Develop and implement curriculum for residents and students during their hematology/oncology rotation.
• Place high priority on maintaining a high-quality educational experience for residents and medical students.
• Promote faculty needs and encourage effective communication between faculty, residents and staff.
• Participate in the education of residents, fellows, and students and develop a regular teaching schedule.
• Guide faculty, residents, and students in scholarly activities, including preparing abstracts, manuscripts, and grants for submission.
• Participate in relevant meetings and committees and be involved in developing, organizing, and implementing current policies and procedures in the department and the institution.
• Assist in developing business plans and budgets for the Division.

Qualifications

• Qualified applicants must possess an MD or MD/PhD degree or equivalent with current ABIM board certification in hematology and/or oncology.
• Have at least 5 years of post-fellowship experience with an illustrious track record of patient care, research, educational, and academic accomplishments.
• Have strong administration and leadership abilities that will support appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level.