American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
DIRECTOR OF MEDICAL ONCOLOGY OUTCOMES RESEARCH
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), Iowa City, Iowa, United States, 52245
The Division of Hematology-Oncology and Blood & Marrow Transplantation within the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Iowa-Carver College of Medicine and the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking to hire a physician-scientist for an appointment as an Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor in the tenure or clinical track (non-tenure track). The applicant would serve as the first Director of Medical Oncology Outcomes Research. Salary is based on experience and qualifications.
The Director of Medical Oncology Outcomes Research will employ a multi-faceted approach to analyze outcomes data from a clinical and patient experience centered perspective. Engaging pharmacy, providers, and researchers in the resolution of complex issues, recommending, and implementing outcomes-based treatment models. Prioritize resources and research activities within the process of managing patterns of care in clinical practice.
The successful candidate must have an MD degree or equivalent and must be able to demonstrate evidence of advanced training in the areas of medical oncological and outcomes research including expertise in health economics research, epidemiology, biostatistics, cost- effectiveness, shared medical decision making, or another related methodology. In addition, candidates must have evidence of a commitment to clinical teaching, clinical research, and patient care experience in medical oncology. Completion of an ACGME-accredited Residency Program is required. Demonstrated experience promoting a diverse workforce/academic environment is also required. Individuals hired at the rank of Assistant Professor or higher are expected to have a strong record of peer-reviewed publications and an established track record of independent research funding. The successful candidate must be authorized to work in the U.S. Candidates with a history of successful mentorship would be preferred.
The University of Iowa Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center is the state’s only NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Holden received its NCI cancer center designation in 2000 and was named as a comprehensive cancer center in 2001. Its interdependent missions, based on research, clinical care, and education, are aimed at improving cancer prevention and treatment services. Holden draws on the expertise of 170 investigators from 41 departments at the University of Iowa. Clinical care, including cancer care, is provided by experts in more than 200 medical subspecialists at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics and University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital. The center's robust portfolio of clinical trials makes it the regional leader in cutting-edge care.
With a VA HSR&D-funded Center of Innovation, a growing College of Public Health and vibrant university, opportunities to collaborate and recruit abound. The success candidate will work closely with the Division Director of Hematology-Oncology and Blood & Marrow Transplantation along with the Director and leadership of University of Iowa Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center to expand the research enterprise across the full-range of cancer outcomes research.
The Carver College of Medicine is part of a major research university and ranks 19 th
among public universities in NIH research funding. The Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center is a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that collaborates closely with the College and the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. A particular strength of the program is a growing portfolio of investigator-initiated and phase I trials including many based on research being conducted in University of Iowa laboratories. The hospital is one of the largest university-owned teaching hospitals in the United States and is adjacent to the Iowa City Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The Department of Internal Medicine is the major teaching and predominant research department in the Carver College of Medicine. It has a distinguished teaching, research and clinical faculty, with over $35.7 million in annual federal research funding and has a large number of distinguished clinicians who are national and international leaders in their respective subspecialty areas.
The University of Iowa is located in Iowa City, a vibrant community located in the rolling hills of southeastern Iowa. One of four UNESCO Cities of Literature, the Iowa City community offers outstanding schools, quality entertainment, literary, musical and cultural opportunities, outdoor recreation and Big Ten sporting events. The US News and World Report cites infrastructure, health care and education lead Iowa to the # 1 Best States to live in ranking.
Interested applicants should search the Jobs@UIOWA Site:
http://jobs.uiowa.edu/content/faculty and search for requisition #75029
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.
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The Director of Medical Oncology Outcomes Research will employ a multi-faceted approach to analyze outcomes data from a clinical and patient experience centered perspective. Engaging pharmacy, providers, and researchers in the resolution of complex issues, recommending, and implementing outcomes-based treatment models. Prioritize resources and research activities within the process of managing patterns of care in clinical practice.
The successful candidate must have an MD degree or equivalent and must be able to demonstrate evidence of advanced training in the areas of medical oncological and outcomes research including expertise in health economics research, epidemiology, biostatistics, cost- effectiveness, shared medical decision making, or another related methodology. In addition, candidates must have evidence of a commitment to clinical teaching, clinical research, and patient care experience in medical oncology. Completion of an ACGME-accredited Residency Program is required. Demonstrated experience promoting a diverse workforce/academic environment is also required. Individuals hired at the rank of Assistant Professor or higher are expected to have a strong record of peer-reviewed publications and an established track record of independent research funding. The successful candidate must be authorized to work in the U.S. Candidates with a history of successful mentorship would be preferred.
The University of Iowa Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center is the state’s only NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Holden received its NCI cancer center designation in 2000 and was named as a comprehensive cancer center in 2001. Its interdependent missions, based on research, clinical care, and education, are aimed at improving cancer prevention and treatment services. Holden draws on the expertise of 170 investigators from 41 departments at the University of Iowa. Clinical care, including cancer care, is provided by experts in more than 200 medical subspecialists at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics and University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital. The center's robust portfolio of clinical trials makes it the regional leader in cutting-edge care.
With a VA HSR&D-funded Center of Innovation, a growing College of Public Health and vibrant university, opportunities to collaborate and recruit abound. The success candidate will work closely with the Division Director of Hematology-Oncology and Blood & Marrow Transplantation along with the Director and leadership of University of Iowa Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center to expand the research enterprise across the full-range of cancer outcomes research.
The Carver College of Medicine is part of a major research university and ranks 19 th
among public universities in NIH research funding. The Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center is a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that collaborates closely with the College and the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. A particular strength of the program is a growing portfolio of investigator-initiated and phase I trials including many based on research being conducted in University of Iowa laboratories. The hospital is one of the largest university-owned teaching hospitals in the United States and is adjacent to the Iowa City Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The Department of Internal Medicine is the major teaching and predominant research department in the Carver College of Medicine. It has a distinguished teaching, research and clinical faculty, with over $35.7 million in annual federal research funding and has a large number of distinguished clinicians who are national and international leaders in their respective subspecialty areas.
The University of Iowa is located in Iowa City, a vibrant community located in the rolling hills of southeastern Iowa. One of four UNESCO Cities of Literature, the Iowa City community offers outstanding schools, quality entertainment, literary, musical and cultural opportunities, outdoor recreation and Big Ten sporting events. The US News and World Report cites infrastructure, health care and education lead Iowa to the # 1 Best States to live in ranking.
Interested applicants should search the Jobs@UIOWA Site:
http://jobs.uiowa.edu/content/faculty and search for requisition #75029
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.
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