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University of Wisconsin

Palliative Care-focused Radiation Oncologist

University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774


Job Summary:The Department of Human Oncology (DHO) at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health has an opening for a CHS track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level located at both our Madison-based main campus and our East Campus and Johnson Creek outreach clinics.Responsibilities:This position will primarily involve provision of radiation oncology clinical services with primary focus on palliative radiation therapy. Activities will include performing new patient consultation, weekly patient management and supervision of external beam radiation treatment programs. Thorough training and experience with IMRT/SBRT, Tomotherapy, 4DRT, stereotactic radiosurgery and brachytherapy are strongly desired. In addition, clinical trials experience, participation and development is strongly encouraged as a component of the clinical practice. An active teaching role for residents in training is also anticipated.

The chosen applicant will participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.

The chosen candidate will teach medical students, residents, and fellows.Institutional Statement on Diversity:Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and InclusionEducation:RequiredTerminal DegreeM.D. or M.D./Ph.D.Qualifications:- Completion of residency training in Radiation Oncology and Board certification (or expected within 2 years of hiring).- Post-residency clinical experience valuable but not mandatory.

For an appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on CHS Track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the School of Medicine and Public Health guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the CHS Track.License/Certification:RequiredMD - Physician - State LicensureApplicants must be able to obtain licensure in Wisconsin without restriction.Work Type:Full or Part Time: 80% - 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.Appointment Type, Duration:Ongoing/RenewableAnticipated Begin Date:SEPTEMBER 05, 2024Salary:NegotiableANNUAL (12 months)Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/).

SMPH Academic Staff Benefits flyer: (https://uwmadison.box.com/s/r50myohfvfd15bqltljn0g4laubuz7t0)Additional Information:This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.How to Apply:The deadline for assuring full consideration is August 31, 2024, however, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until this position is filled. Your application must be received through the Jobs at UW portal to be considered as a candidate. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered. To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button and use the online UW Job Application system to submit the following:

- Current Curriculum Vitae (CV).- A cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience.- List of contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.Contact:Kirsten Graggkgragg@wisc.edu608-265-3357Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.Official Title:Professor (CHS)(IC014) or Associate Professor (CHS)(IC015) or Assistant Professor (CHS)(IC016)Department(s):A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/HUMAN ONCOLOGY/HUMAN ONCOEmployment Class:Academic Staff-RenewableJob Number:299229-AS