Physician/Faculty - Cutaneous Melanoma, Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center, Thomas Jefferson University

The Department of Medical Oncology and the SKCC are seeking junior faculty candidates to fill the position in cutaneous melanoma.  While successful research and clinical activities for melanoma have been ongoing in the Departments of Surgery, Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, and at the SKCC, there is a broad recognition that overall program development and clinical trials activity could be greatly enhanced by additional medical oncology faculty that will stimulate the clinical trials and translational portfolios of the Section.

• The department is seeking applications for BE/BC medical oncologists with strong research focus in cutaneous melanoma. 
• Candidates should have strong clinical skills for inpatient and outpatient care; the ability to develop an independent clinical research program and provide outstanding teaching to fellows and residents.
• The Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University is an NCI-designated Cancer Center and a leader in cancer treatment and research. 
• Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
• Thomas Jefferson University values diversity and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, disabled individuals and veterans.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• MD\DO from an accredited School of Medicine.
• BE/BC medical oncologists with strong research focus in cutaneous melanoma.
• Strong clinical skills for inpatient and outpatient care; the ability to develop an independent clinical research program and provide outstanding teaching to fellows and residents.

Interested individuals should apply online and may also send a CV and the names of three references to: William Kelly, DO,Chair,Department of Medical Oncology, Division of Solid Tumor, Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center, c/o molly.o'donnell@jefferson.edu, Thomas Jefferson University, 834 Chestnut Street, Suite 320, Philadelphia, PA 19107.  Questions may be directed to molly.o'donnell@jefferson.edu.

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