Melanoma/Solid Tumor Cell Therapy Research Position

Melanoma/Solid Tumor Cell Therapy Research Position

HonorHealth Research Institute

Scottsdale, Arizona

As part of a non-profit healthcare system with nine hospitals and primary teaching affiliate for the new Arizona State University School of Medicine and Advanced Medical Engineering and Center for Translational Science, the Division of Cancer Research is seeking Board Certified Medical Oncologists with clinical research expertise/interest in

Melanoma and Solid Tumor Cellular Therapy to join a Cutaneous Oncology Program

Join the preeminent Phase 1 Oncology Drug Development Program in the Southwest US

HonorHealth Research Institute (HRI)

HRI is seeking a Board-Certified Oncologist to join the Melanoma and Solid tumor Cellular Therapy Program which sees patients with all types of advanced cutaneous malignancies for both standard of care and clinical trial treatments in collaboration with the HonorHealth Dermatology Residency Program.   The program has a special focus on uveal/ocular melanoma with multiple clinical trials and translational research programs focused on this rare tumor.  The Research Oncologist will partner with the Melanoma Medical Oncologist and will independently lead Phase 1 & 2 clinical trials.  The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead early phase clinical trials and participate in novel cellular therapy and bispecific antibody trials.

Established in 2005, the HonorHealth Research Institute (HRI) is part of a nine-hospital integrated healthcare system in the Scottsdale/Phoenix metro area.    The HRI Cancer Research Division is affiliated with HonorHealth Cancer Care, the largest community multi-specialty Cancer Care program in the region  delivers primary cancer care to approximately 1/3 of all newly diagnosed cancer patients in the Phoenix metropolitan area.

HonorHealth is the primary clinical  affiliate for the new Arizona State University School of Medicine and Advanced Medical  Engineering who will be accepting the first class of medical students in 2026; This creates an exciting opportunity to help build a unique  medical school.  As a dual degree program, the focus for the ASU SOMME will go beyond traditional course curriculum and will foster innovation through the use of artificial intelligence, data science, and other advanced technologies in healthcare. 

HRI’s new Center Translational Science  will use new techniques and disciplines rooted in the molecular (DNA) basis of disease, the new Center for Translational Science will build on the Research Institute’s expertise in developing first-in-human clinical trials, immune-system therapies, cellular therapies, targeted therapies and others to develop treatments that attack diseases, while minimizing negative side effects that might compromise a patient’s health.  The new center is seen as a worldwide bridge among scientists, researchers and physicians in their pursuit of new diagnostics and therapeutics to benefit patients.

As a part of the regions only locally owned, locally managed non-profit healthcare system with an expansive cancer care footprint, HRI is dedicated to offering patients thoughtful, compassionate care and access to novel treatments through innovative clinical research.    The focus of the Division of Cancer Research is on providing access to new and novel clinical trials for patients with relapsed and refractory cancer within the state of Arizona and across the United States.  Our collaborators include global biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and clinical research organizations.

HonorHealth Research Institute impacts the value and quality of patient care by accelerating innovation, while seamlessly integrating the latest science, including:

• 215 Active Clinical Studies
• 48 New Clinical Studies Opened
• 371 Subjects Enrolled in Clinical Studies
• 118 Active Investigators and Physicians

HRI Clinical Research Oncologists benefit from being a part of a community-based research program which has access to additional resources with reduced administrative layers and generous philanthropic support.   Faculty have the opportunity to join the Arizona State University School of Medicine and Advanced Medical Engineering  program as adjunct faculty where they serve as preceptors and lecturers for clinical rotations and pre-clinical courses.

The successful candidate will engage with community hematology/oncology partners in the Phoenix metropolitan area supporting expansion of access to current bispecific antibody options for lymphoma and multiple myeloma with a focus on disease or therapeutic approaches.

Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical expertise in the conduct of clinical trials
• Build positive relationships with faculty at the HRI & HonorHealth Cancer Care Network
• Principal Investigators collaborates with support team to manage clinical trials, including clinical operations, patient engagement and regulatory affairs
• Execute research protocols according to FDA regulations and GCP guidelines
• Evaluate patient’s eligibility for clinical trials
• Adhere to industry standards and training programs associated with clinical trials
• Publish and present at national conferences

Why Scottsdale?

• Scottsdale is part of the Phoenix metropolitan area, the 5th largest city in the U.S., offering a diverse, dynamic, and rapidly growing community.
• Top-Rated Schools: The area is home to A+ excelling public schools and nationally ranked charter schools, including BASIS Scottsdale (ranked among the best in the nation) and Great Hearts Academies, known for their rigorous classical education. Additionally, nearby Tempe offers language immersion K-12 schools, supporting cultural diversity and global learning opportunities.
• Cultural Diversity: Scottsdale is a welcoming, inclusive community with a vibrant mix of cultures, celebrated through multilingual education programs, international festivals, and a thriving arts scene.
• Unparalleled Lifestyle: Enjoy world-class dining, shopping, and entertainment in Old Town Scottsdale, as well as endless outdoor activities, from hiking in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve to golfing at championship courses.
• Thriving Community: Consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work, Scottsdale offers a family-friendly environment, access to top-tier healthcare, and a strong medical community.

To learn more about HRI Clinical Research Oncology positions, please submit your CV for consideration or contact the HonorHealth Physician Recruitment Partner:

Laura Hays

480-227-2995

Lhays@TrekPhysician.com