Surgical Oncologist | Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center

Opportunity Criteria

• Specialty: Surgery: Oncology
• Candidate Type: MD, DO
• Visa Accepted: H-1B
• Salary Range: Not Specified
• Loan Repayment: Not Specified
• Bonuses Offered: Negotiable

Description

The Division of Surgery is actively recruiting a Surgical Oncologist to lead the Melanoma & Sarcoma surgery program. This is an opportunity to join a multidisciplinary cancer care, education, and discovery team.

This individual will lead the Cutaneous Oncology & Sarcoma surgical programs across all locations in Arizona and Colorado. Responsibilities include growth of the multidisciplinary program, recruitment and retention of faculty, and implementation of a robust clinical research program in collaboration with MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. The successful hire will join the faculty at the University of Arizona College of Medicine Phoenix and have the opportunity for an adjunct faculty appointment from the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Benefits and Program Features

• Team approach to care with focused disease-specific expertise in the medical, radiation, and surgical management of cancer patients
• Evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach to patient care
• Access to clinical trials and new investigative therapies
• State-of-the-art technology for diagnosis, staging, and treatment of all types of cancer
• Oncology expertise in supportive care services
• Dedicated APP support
• Competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with training and experience
• Opportunity for an adjunct faculty position at UT MD Anderson Cancer Center and the University of Arizona

Qualifications

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Complex General Surgical Oncology
• Experience in general surgical oncology with a focus in melanoma and sarcoma
• Excellent clinical training and interest in clinical research preferred
• Ability and desire to support a growing team and align with program needs

The center includes advanced surgical tools, the Da Vinci robotics system, and advanced treatment capabilities. Candidates should have a strong interest in further developing the cutaneous and soft-tissue surgical oncology program and practicing in collaboration with the existing multidisciplinary cancer team and teams at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas.

Equal Opportunity

The employer values culture and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. The employer is an EEO Employer.