Associate Professor - SOM Oncology Program at University of Maryland, Baltimore in Baltimore, MD

Job description

Chief, Gastrointestinal (GI) Medical Oncology (3-309-1321) University of Maryland Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center (UMGCCC) The University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center (UMGCCC) invites applications for a senior academic leader to serve as Chief of GI Medical Oncology. We seek an exceptional physician‑scientist or clinical‑investigator with a distinguished record of achievement in GI malignancies, including excellence in patient care, impactful scholarship, and a strong commitment to academic mentorship. Candidates should demonstrate successful leadership experience and the capacity to guide a multidisciplinary program within an NCI‑designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. UMGCCC, an NCI‑designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and nationally ranked program, seeks a leader who will advance a cohesive, academically rigorous GI oncology program. The successful candidate will collaborate across basic science, clinical research, and population science programs to drive innovation, strengthen translational research, and enhance clinical excellence across the University of Maryland Cancer Network. Appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor; however, final rank and tenure status is dependent on selected candidate’s qualifications. The expected salary range for Associate Professors is $240,150 (min) and $434,140 (max). The referenced salary range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and and years in rank. This salary range does not include all components of the departmental faculty compensation program or pay from participation in departmental variable compensation programs. Therefore, the actual compensation paid to the selected candidate may vary from the salary range stated herein. For more information, please contact the hiring department. The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University. UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school. You are also invited to view the Department of Medicine benefits for full-time faculty members. When applying, please submit a CV and names of four references. For additional questions after application, please email facultypostings@som.umaryland.edu Clinical and Program Leadership Serve as the lead physician for GI medical oncology Provide strategic leadership as Co‑Leader of the GI Oncology Disease Group Develop and enhance a multidisciplinary GI oncology program that integrates clinical services with research and educational missions Provide high‑quality, patient‑centered care aligned with national best practices Work collaboratively with institutional leaders to oversee GI oncology care and ensure adherence to highest quality care and professional standards Contribute to institutional governance through committee participation and strategic planning Mentor junior faculty, fellows, and early‑career investigators Research Advancement Expand the clinical and transla