Immunotherapy Clinical Program Director Physician - Near Chicago, IL

Skokie, IL 60076

Employment Type: Permanent Specialty: Oncology Job Number: 26979

Job Description

Job Description and Qualifications:
  • Division of Hematology/Oncology, the principal teaching affiliate of the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, is in search of a physician with extensive clinical experience in solid tumor oncology (ideally lung cancer) and expertise in immunotherapy to oversee clinical programs, clinical and translational research, and to interface with programs outside of cancer.
  • Must be board certified in Medical Oncology.
  • 5-10 years post fellowship experience
  • Must have 3 years experience with clinical trials and seeing patients
  • The new Program Director will enjoy strong administrative support, agile implementation of initiatives and excellent clinical partners across the system, as well as significant funding.

Position Information:
  • Provide quality patient care within a highly successful, groundbreaking organization known for being a premier cancer care program
  • Oversee specialty specific cancer research including clinical trials development and implementation, and translational research utilizing an extensive biorepository and databases
  • Collaborate with molecular pathology, personalized medicine, Research Institute, Genomic Health Initiative, and other programs
  • Academic appointment to the University of Chicago
  • On-site clinical molecular pathology laboratory
  • Access to an extensive network of services to help deliver the best in patient care

Compensation & Benefits:
  • Highly-favorable compensation plan
  • Generous stipend (in addition to clinical earnings)
  • Medical, dental & vision plans
  • Retirement - including 403(b) & Income Deferral Plan
  • Tuition reimbursement for spouse, partner and dependents
  • Ample paid time off & paid holidays
  • Professional & clinical development programs

About:
  • Certified by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI) as a premier medical provider for practicing the highest standards for quality cancer care.
  • Accredited by The Commission on Cancer as an Academic Comprehensive Cancer Program
  • Ranked as one of the “Most Wired” hospital systems and "Top 15 Teaching Hospital" in the U.S.
  • Modern, fully integrated healthcare system that includes four hospitals and interfacing with the other 5 hospitals in the broader network

About Cancer Center & System:
  • Certified by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI) as a premier medical provider for practicing the highest standards for quality cancer care.
  • Accredited by The Commission on Cancer as an Academic Comprehensive Cancer Program
  • Ranked as one of the “Most Wired” hospital systems and "Top 15 Teaching Hospital" in the U.S.
  • Modern, fully integrated healthcare system that includes four hospitals and interfacing with the other 5 hospitals in the broader network
Community:
  • Bordering Chicago along Lake Michigan, Chicago’s northern suburbs are considered one of the most scenic areas in the metropolitan area, combining the proximity to downtown Chicago with the charm and diversity of the area’s prosperous communities.
  • Excellent public schools and close to some of the best universities in the country.
  • Beautiful parks, beaches, excellent restaurants, and safe communities. Chicago's northern suburbs are an ideal place to raise a family.

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