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Robert Dess, MD and William Jackson, MD

Department of Radiation Oncology

Michigan Medicine

1500 E. Medical Center Drive, UHB2C490

Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5010

Email: [email protected]

Summary

The University of Michigan Department of Radiation Oncology invites applications for a Clinical Assistant, Clinical Associate, or Clinical Professor board certified/eligible Radiation Oncologist with a focus on GU cancers. The ideal candidate will display excellent interpersonal skills, excellence in patient care, and the ability to work successfully with a team. In addition to providing patient care, the faculty member will be expected to conduct research, including clinical trials, publish, and teach medical students and residents.  In addition to GU sites, there may be other disease sites to help support based on department needs at the University Hospital in Ann Arbor, MI.  This position will be expected to work collaboratively with faculty colleagues in the Department of Radiation Oncology and the GU disease leadership team within the Rogel Cancer Center.

Responsibilities*

In addition to clinical practice, there will be opportunities for teaching and clinical research. This position will have strong connections to and enjoy support and opportunities for collaborative work with University of Michigan faculty colleagues. The major criterion for appointment in the Clinician track is excellence in the overall mix of clinical care, clinical research, and teaching. 

We are interested in candidates with strong training in clinical radiation oncology and a track record of clinical research. The successful candidate will be expected to provide excellent clinical care in a multi-disciplinary oncology setting.  In addition, the qualified candidate will be expected to conduct clinical research and enroll patients onto clinical trials.  The candidate will have access to the University of Michigan clinical trials office to open investigator-initiated trials and be able to work with trainees and medical students on clinical research projects.  The candidate will also have the opportunity for teaching and mentorship of our trainees during their rotations as well as through our mentorship program.

Experience in multi-modality treatment planning (e.g. PET, 4D CT, MRI) including brachytherapy and interest in image guided radiotherapy (IGRT), stereotactic radiosurgery, and stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT), and Adaptive Therapy is strongly desired. As a faculty member of the University of Michigan Radiation Oncology, the successful candidate will be an active participant in institutional tumor board and departmental meetings.

Required Qualifications*

Medical degree with completion of residency training in Radiation Oncology in an ACGME-certified program.  Board Certified or Board eligible by the American Board of Radiology. Possess expertise in a variety of radiation treatment methods. Hold or have the ability to obtain the appropriate medical licenses for the state of Michigan.  Previous record of publications in scientific journals, research and teaching is desirable.

Desired Qualifications*

Michigan Medicine is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. The University is also responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

Underfill Statement

The position may be filled at the Clinical Instructor, Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Associate Professor, or Clinical Professor level depending on qualifications. 

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening, fingerprinting and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.