Program Head, Gastrointestinal Oncology

The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch) and the University of Washington (UW) invite nominations and applications for the Program Head of Gastrointestinal (GI) Oncology. The position will be dual appointed with a primary faculty appointment in the Clinical Research Division at Fred Hutch and a secondary appointment in the UW Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Oncology. The position will report to the Senior Vice President (SVP) of the Clinical Research Division at Fred Hutch and the Division Head of Hematology and Oncology at the UW.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated, visionary and accomplished scientific and clinical leader to head the GI Oncology Program at the Fred Hutch Cancer Center. The Program Head will oversee and strategically guide the GI Oncology Program, ensuring alignment with the institution's mission and goals. They will develop and implement a comprehensive vision and strategy for the GI Oncology Program, integrating basic, translational and clinical research with clinical care, while promoting education and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive vision and strategy for the GI Oncology Program, integrating basic, translational and clinical research with clinical care, while promoting education and mentorship.
• Lead and/or support groundbreaking research initiatives in gastrointestinal cancer, including preclinical studies, clinical trials, and translational research and foster collaborations with bench researchers, translational researchers and clinical investigators at UW and Fred Hutch.
• Serve as an academic, clinical and educational leader charged with organizing, directing and expanding the research efforts for an established team of clinical researchers involved in conducting clinical research and clinical trials in gastrointestinal cancer.
• Assist with faculty recruitment as well as oversight and mentorship of faculty, promotion of professional development for team members and representation of the GI Oncology Program at national and international conferences, workshops, and symposia.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including industry partners, regulatory agencies, and funding organizations.

Requirements

• MD/DO degree (or foreign equivalent)
• Board certification (or foreign equivalent) in medical oncology or hematology/oncology
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the state of Washington

Qualifications

• A record of and primary interest in gastrointestinal oncology research, as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications, grants and/or clinical trial experience.

Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is from $350,000 - $396,745 for faculty hired at the Associate Professor rank and from $385,000 - $481,347 for faculty hired at the Full Professor rank. This position may be incentive eligible. Pay for Faculty positions is based on a variety of factors, including degree, specialty, clinical practice and experience. Faculty without credited time in rank will generally start at the entry rate for their relevant specialty. This position is eligible for relocation assistance or a sign-on bonus. Other compensation associated with this position may include an Administrative Supplement (ADS) in addition to base pay.