Division Chief, Surgical Oncology (Associate Professor - Professor Rank)

Rutgers University•New Brunswick, NJ

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About The Position

The Rutgers Cancer Institute seeks a nationally recognized clinical researcher and surgical oncologist, with proven leadership experience and a distinguished record of original clinical research, exceptional clinical and educational skills, and a commitment to the Institute's mission. The next Division Chief of Surgical Oncology at Rutgers Cancer Institute and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School has the opportunity to shape a program by leveraging the unique programs and resources in the state's only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and the scale of the RWJBarnabas Health system. The division has 5 specialty sections including complex general surgical oncology, hepatobiliary surgery, endocrine surgery, cutaneous and soft tissue surgery, and breast surgery. In addition, the division chief is responsible for cancer surgical services in several shared divisions with the departments of surgery, head and neck surgery, and neurosurgery at the RWJMS. The academic appointment will be in the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School with a resident faculty appointment at Rutgers Cancer Institute and a close working relationship with colleagues across RWJBarnabas Health. Rutgers Cancer Institute will provide compensation, space, and other support. The Division Chief will work under the direction of Rutgers Cancer Institute's Chief Surgical Officer and Director on mutually agreed upon areas and serve as the liaison to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and the RWJBarnabas Health Oncology Service Line for all operational and programmatic matters regarding surgical oncology programs for the Rutgers Cancer Institute. Faculty rank and salary are commensurate with experience. Faculty at the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School will have the opportunity to engage in exciting teaching and mentorship activities for junior faculty and graduate students.

Requirements

MD or equivalent
Board Certification in General Surgery and either Board Certification in Complex General Surgical Oncology or at least of the associate professor level as an academic Surgical Oncologist required
Eligible/Active NJ Medical License
Proven leadership experience/building a clinical program.
Record of a clinical research program and a strong publication record in collaborative research.
Strong teaching skills/mentorship evidence of successful faculty development.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

Provide oversight for all operational and programmatic aspects within the discipline of surgical oncology (GI, HPB, Melanoma/sarcoma, Breast, Endocrine, Research) and is responsible for oversight of the clinical practice, clinical research activities, and mentorship of the researchers/providers assigned.
Support collaboration between members of various specialty clinical research programs.
Support participation by surgical oncologists in cooperative group, industry sponsored and investigator-initiated research.
Publish scholarly articles regularly with an emphasis on collaborative reports from Surgical Oncology.
Successfully initiate and sustain external funding to support investigator-initiated research programs.
Collaborate with colleagues throughout the RWJBH oncology service line for clinical trial research in surgical oncology.
Support responsible stewardship of philanthropic funds in collaboration with the Rutgers Foundation and Division members
Participate in the teaching of students, residents, and fellows as part of the educational mission of RBHS.
Mentor and develop junior faculty within the Division in accordance with the RBHS Appointments and Promotions Guidelines
Participate in executive-level leadership meetings as needed, representing Surgical Oncology.
Maintain clinical activity by full participation in program clinical workload (60-70%).
Support clinical faculty/staff productivity in accordance with established benchmarks.
Review Division clinical performance to ensure quality of care and efficient use of resources.
Assist the Chief Surgical Officer, Rutgers Cancer Institute and Department Chair in relevant short and long range planning, funding procurement and sustainability.
Direct professional activities and projects to ensure excellence within the area of surgical oncology.
Collaborate with the Chief Surgical Officer, relevant Chiefs and oncology service line leadership to recruit and retain surgical oncology faculty and staff.
Collaborate closely with local cancer institute and RWJUH nursing and administrative leadership for optimization of ambulatory and inpatient operations, efficiency, and patient experience.
Work with the relevant RWJMS departments to ensure that patients receive comprehensive, state-of-the-art care in the surgical oncology clinic.
Oversee clinical and research resources of the Division to ensure optimal use and best practices.
Ensure compliance with regulatory agency requirements (e.g. JC)
Collaborate with RWJBH oncology service line leadership for innovation and integration of surgical care and related services throughout the region.
Understand and adhere to RBHS compliance standards as they appear in RBHS (legacy UMDNJ) Corporate Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
Employee and dependent educational benefits
Life insurance coverage
Employee discounts programs

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