Professor- Thoracic Oncology Program

Professor- Thoracic Oncology Program - 27780 Faculty

Description

University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Medical Oncology

Professor - Thoracic Oncology Program

Position # 00802473 - Requisition # 27780

• Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at ~~~/cu-careers (~~~)

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Medical Oncology has an opening for a full-time Professor in the Thoracic Oncology Program.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital (~~~/) and Children's Hospital Colorado (~~~/) - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit ~~~ (~~~/) .

Position Emphasis:

To recruit an outstanding mid-career to senior academic physician scientist to join a robust and growing thoracic cancer oncology program. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills in thoracic medical oncology and have an interest in clinical and/or translational research in thoracic cancer. The final candidate will be expected to participate in and pursue leadership opportunities in the thoracic oncology program which usually includes two full days a week, outpatient clinics, rotation coverage of the once weekly multidisciplinary clinic and in-patient coverage, which is negotiable depending on certain circumstances (e.g., protected time for research). Attendance at the once weekly tumor board and clinical trials research conference, active engagement with the Thoracic Oncology Research Initiative (TORI), and collaborations with basic, translational and population research colleagues. Duties and responsibilities will include direct patient care and clinical research, plus an expectation to pursue and encourage in their colleagues' original research beyond enrolling in already designed and sponsored clinical trials. The candidate must have excellent clinical leadership skills and be able to work with a large team of clinicians, administrators, and staff across multiple sites of care and in a multidisciplinary format. With the current Director of Thoracic Oncology (D.R. Camidge) moving up to an Executive Director role, the candidate will be potentially eligible for the Directorship of the Thoracic Oncology Program (clinical and clinical research) and possibly other leadership positions within cancer center depending on experience and interest.

A highly competitive lab start-up package may be offered for a physician-scientist position, to be discussed during the recruitment process. For laboratory-based research, candidates with expertise and research interest in lung cancer prevention, population science, immuno-oncology, novel targeted therapies or therapy resistance will be given high priority.

Job Responsibilities:

• The candidate will be expected to see patients diagnosed with or at risk for thoracic cancer two full days a week (four half day equivalents)

• The candidate will be expected to participate on rotation for coverage of the once a week thoracic oncology multidisciplinary clinic.

• The candidate will serve in the inpatient rotation for coverage of the medical oncology consult and/or inpatient service.

• The candidate will serve as a mentor for clinical trainees and junior faculty in Medical Oncology and the Cancer Center

• The candidate will be expected to enroll patients to available clinical trials and lead clinical trials, either pharma, cooperative group, and/or investigator lead, across the consortium

• The candidate will actively engage with TORI and collaborate with basic, translational and population science colleagues.

• As the Director of the Thoracic Oncology Program (clinical and clinical research) the following additional responsibilities exist:

• Oversee clinical operations of the specific cancer program. This includes the multidisciplinary oversight of each area within the program and moderating tumor conferences.

• Create and manage clinical pathways for the clinical delivery of care. This includes collaboration with UC Health System Local Disease-based Program Directors to develop a system-wide pathway for clinical care. This is to reduce care variation and improve efficiency at all access points of the system.

• Be available to the clinical nurse navigator for the specific disease program for any specific new patient intake questions and coordination.

• Participate in Cancer Center Operations Council for improvement of Clinical Quality, Patient Safety, Efficiency, and overall Satisfaction of the Cancer Center.

• Work in partnership with clinical practice manager of specific clinics to enhance operational efficiency including clinic personnel issues.

• Clinical Metrics

• Clinical Pathway development

• Clinical Pathway adherence

• Number of new analytical cases - growth

• Participation and leadership in specific performance improvement projects

• Attendance at local and regional cancer operations and leadership meetings

• The candidate may also be eligible for additional leadership roles in the cancer center and would be required to fulfill the job description of any accepted designated leadership roles; to be discussed during the recruitment process for determination of expertise and interest.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range ( or hiring range ) for this position has been established at $325,000 to $355,000.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range ( or hiring range ) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Diversity and Equity:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at ~~~ (~~~) ?.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases (~~~) . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program (~~~) .

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Licensed MD or DO from accredited Institution in U.S., or equivalent, if a non-U.S. graduate, must complete ECFMG certification & be qualified to obtain a temporary CO Medical license.

• Eligible to be credentialed by the institutional processes established for oversight for advanced professional medical practice.

• Board certified in Oncology

Competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

• Outstanding customer service skills.

• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at ~~~/cu-careers. Refer to requisition number: 27780. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References, Additional Attachments - Refer to Application Materials Instructions Below Application Materials Instructions: Required Application Materials: To apply, please visit: ~~~ (~~~) and attach: 1. A letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications 2. A current CV/resume 3. List of five professional references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references) 4. Please included a copy of all current licenses and certifications with your application. Please be advised that the University does check references as part of the employment process. Please do not submit any of your application material (via email) to the job posting contact.

Job Category : Faculty

Primary Location : Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20214 - SOM-MED-ONC GENERAL OPERATIONS

Schedule : Full-time

Posting Date : Aug 3, 2023

Unposting Date : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Stephanie Fields, Medical Oncology Human Resourcse Posting Contact Email: ~~~ (~~~) Position Number: 00802473

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