Faculty.Professor.Professor - Full-Time

University of Pittsburgh•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

The University of Pittsburgh Department of Medicine and UPMC Hillman Cancer Center invite applications for a full-time Academic Thoracic Medical Oncologist to join our Division of Malignant Hematology and Medical Oncology. This is a unique opportunity for a mid-career scientist to join one of the nation's leading NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers during a pivotal program building phase. This role will directly support the Thoracic Oncology Program, which is undergoing strategic renewal/expansion. With institutional support, strong infrastructure, and a highly collaborative environment, this position is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of clinical excellence, translational research, and academic leadership. UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is celebrating its 41st year as a leading center for cancer research. It is one of the nation's largest integrated cancer care networks, serving as a hub of innovation, clinical excellence, and research. It is an NCI designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, home to over 500 faculty and investigators, with deep institutional support for physician-scientists across the translational continuum. Through its affiliation with the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, the Cancer Center fosters multidisciplinary collaboration and provides an exceptional platform for faculty to lead investigator-initiated studies, publish extensively, and mentor emerging scientists and clinicians. The key responsibilities of the position are to deliver direct patient care for thoracic malignancies, with 2 days/week in the outpatient clinic and 6–8 weeks/year on the inpatient service. Actively contribute to the thoracic program's translational research portfolio, including investigator-initiated trials (IITs), biomarker discovery, and lab-based collaboration. Work closely with laboratory scientists to serve as a bridge between clinical practice and bench science. Engage in scholarly activities, including grant development, research publications, and collaboration with cooperative groups and pharma trials. Mentor medical students, residents, fellows, and junior faculty. Serve as a strategic contributor to program development, with potential for future elevation to Section Chief for candidates with leadership potential. Successful candidates for the position are required to have the following qualifications and experience: an MD or MD/ PhD, Board Certified or Board Eligible in Medical Oncology. A minimum of 5 years' post-fellowship experience is strongly preferred; demonstrated clinical expertise in thoracic oncology, with the ability to contribute immediately to patient care; a proven track record in translational research, particularly in IITs, tissue-based studies, or biomarker-driven projects; and experience working within a top-tier academic or NCI-designated cancer center. Candidates with NIH R01 funding, or strong early academic productivity, are especially encouraged to apply. The faculty appointment rank will be based on experience: Assistant Professor, should have 3 or more years of research experience, early external funding, peer-reviewed publications, Associate Professor: should have 5 or more years, independent funding, and demonstrated leadership, Professor, should have 5–7 years of experience as an Associate Professor, with national or international recognition in the field. This is a full-time faculty position within the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Appointment will be commensurate with experience and academic productivity, and includes a full benefits package, research support, and access to world-class infrastructure across UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and apply to requisition number 25006762 via: https://www.join.pitt.edu. The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and diversity, EOE, including disability/vets.

Requirements

MD or MD/ PhD
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Medical Oncology
A minimum of 5 years' post-fellowship experience is strongly preferred
Demonstrated clinical expertise in thoracic oncology, with the ability to contribute immediately to patient care
A proven track record in translational research, particularly in IITs, tissue-based studies, or biomarker-driven projects
Experience working within a top-tier academic or NCI-designated cancer center

Nice To Haves

Candidates with NIH R01 funding, or strong early academic productivity, are especially encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Deliver direct patient care for thoracic malignancies, with 2 days/week in the outpatient clinic and 6–8 weeks/year on the inpatient service.
Actively contribute to the thoracic program's translational research portfolio, including investigator-initiated trials (IITs), biomarker discovery, and lab-based collaboration.
Work closely with laboratory scientists to serve as a bridge between clinical practice and bench science.
Engage in scholarly activities, including grant development, research publications, and collaboration with cooperative groups and pharma trials.
Mentor medical students, residents, fellows, and junior faculty.
Serve as a strategic contributor to program development, with potential for future elevation to Section Chief for candidates with leadership potential.