Open Rank of UNMCC in IM Hematology Oncology in Albuquerque, New Mexico at University of New Mexico

Open Rank of UNMCC in IM Hematology OncologyPosting Number req37907
Employment Type Faculty
Faculty Type Open Rank
Hiring Department Medical Oncology (099S1)
Academic Location School of Medicine
Campus: Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
Benefits Eligible The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary The University of NewMexicos NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center (UNMCCC) and the Departmentof Internal Medicine, Division of Hematology/Oncology at the UNM School ofMedicine invite applications from physicians with training and in hematology or medical oncology and a focusedinterest in clinical care and clinical or translational research, with experience and expertise in thetreatment and management of hematologic malignancies, classical hematology, hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, adoptive cell-based and/or targeted immunotherapies. The successfulapplicant will participate in the multidisciplinary clinical care of patientsand in the design and conduct of cancer clinical trials as a member of theUNMCCC Multidisciplinary Working Groups. This is an Open Rank, Open Trackposition. Faculty rank and appointment will be commensurate with experience andaccomplishments. The successful applicant will have fellowship training andstrong interest in both participating orthe development of clinical trials in Hematologic Malignancies. Emphasis isplaced on the ability to foster interactions between laboratory and clinicalinvestigators, participate in multidisciplinary research teams, and participatein the teaching mission of the UNM Health Sciences Center. Excellent salaries,endowed positions, and start up packages are available.
The University of New Mexico ComprehensiveCancer Center (UNMCCC) The University of New Mexico ComprehensiveCancer Center is the Official Cancer Center of New Mexico and the only NationalCancer Institute-designated Cancer Center in a 500-mile radius. Its more than120 board-certified oncology specialty physicians include cancer surgeons inevery specialty (abdominal, thoracic, bone and soft tissue, neurosurgery,genitourinary, gynecology, and head and neck cancers), adult and pediatrichematologists/medical oncologists, gynecologic oncologists, and radiationoncologists. They, along with more than 600 other cancer healthcareprofessionals (nurses, pharmacists, nutritionists, navigators, psychologistsand social workers), provide treatment to 65% of New Mexicos cancer patientsfrom all across the state and partner with community health systems statewideto provide cancer care closer to home. They treated approximately 14,000patients in about 100,000 ambulatory clinic visits in addition to inpatienthospitalizations at UNM Hospital. A total of nearly 400 patients participatedin cancer clinical trials testing new cancer treatments that include tests ofnovel cancer prevention strategies and cancer genome sequencing. The more than100 cancer research scientists affiliated with the UNMCCC were awarded $35.7million in federal and private grants and contracts for cancer researchprojects. Since 2015, they have published nearly 1000 manuscripts, andpromoting economic development, they filed 136 new patents and launched 10 newbiotechnology start-up companies. Finally, the physicians, scientists and staffhave provided education and training experiences to more than 500 high school,undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral fellowship students in cancerresearch and cancer health care delivery. Learn moreat https://unmhealth.org/cancer/
Qualifications

MinimumQualifications:

• MD, DO or MD/PhD degree (or the equivalent) with board certification in Internal Medicine
• Board certification/eligibility in Hematology and/or Medical Oncology
• Experience in cancer clinical trials and/or translational laboratory research with a focused interest in hematologic malignancies, and
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in cancer clinical trial design and conduct
• Experience in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and/or cell-based therapies
• Experience in the development of novel therapeutic pathways, compounds or treatment modalities
• Experience in resident/fellow education.
• Experience in clinical and translational research.
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Complete applications will include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references with mailing address, phone numbers and email address.

For all inquiries or questions, please contact: Search Coordinator: Amanda Leigh Earnest at ( aleigh@salud.unm.edu ) or 505-272-2201

For best consideration: Please apply by July 1, 2027. This position will remain open until filled.

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

For Best Consideration For best consideration, please apply by 7/1/2027. This position will remain open until filled.

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