Medical Oncologist - Multiple Disease Site Options

Medical Oncologist – Multiple Disease Site Options(Phase I Investigator / Physician-Scientist)Tufts Medical Center | Boston, MAPosition SummaryTufts Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts, is seeking a medical oncologist with focused experience in early-phase (Phase I) clinical trials to lead our Phase I clinical research efforts within the academic oncology program. This role is ideal for an early- to mid-career physician-scientist who is prepared to assume increasing leadership in early-phase trial development while continuing to build an independent clinical and translational research portfolio. The successful candidate will play a central role in leading our existing clinical trial infrastructure as well as the design, activation, and conduct of Phase I and first-in-human studies, contribute to the strategic growth of the Phase I program, and provide outstanding clinical care within a collaborative, mission-driven academic medical center. Clinical focus may include thoracic or breast malignancies, based on expertise and programmatic need.Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Research Leadership & Phase I Program DevelopmentServe as Principal Investigator for Phase I and early-phase clinical trials, including investigator-initiated and industry-sponsored studiesProvide scientific and operational leadership for early-phase research infrastructure as well as trial development, activation, and executionContribute to the strategic growth and visibility of the Phase I clinical trials programDevelop and expand a competitive, externally visible clinical and translational research program with institutional supportCollaborate closely with translational scientists and multidisciplinary teams to advance first-in-human and biomarker-driven studiesBuild and sustain productive relationships with industry sponsors, cooperative groups, and internal stakeholdersCollaborate with the Neely Center for Clinical Cancer Research to support cooperative group, commercial, and investigator-initiated studiesClinical Care & Multidisciplinary LeadershipProvide high-quality clinical care to patients within the candidate’s area of specializationMentor trainees, junior faculty, and research staff involved in early-phase researchShare inpatient oncology and consult service coverage with faculty, including participation in night and weekend coverage with fellows providing primary supportContribute to the academic mission of Tufts University School of Medicine through teaching and scholarly activityQualificationsMD or MD/PhD with board certification or eligibility in Medical OncologySubspecialty focus in thoracic or breast malignancies preferredDemonstrated experience serving as a Principal Investigator on Phase I or early-phase clinical trialsRecord of academic productivity, including peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial leadershipExperience or strong interest in leading collaborations with pharmaceutical and biotech partnersCommitment to an academic career with emphasis on early-phase clinical research and program leadershipEligibility for medical licensure in MassachusettsWhat We OfferCollegial and collaborative academic home within a growing system of care which places patients at the heart of everything we doOpportunity to assume a leadership role within a growing Phase I clinical trials programStrong institutional infrastructure and support for early-phase trials, translational research, and industry partnershipsMentorship and resources to support career advancement toward senior leadership rolesPractice in Boston, a global hub for biomedical research and innovationCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefitsSupportive environment for academic advancement and leadership development #J-18808-Ljbffr