CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR-CLINICAL PROFESSOR

How to Apply

Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae including a list of references to:

Michelle Kim, MD

Associate Chair of Faculty Development

Department of Radiation Oncology

Michigan Medicine 

1500 E. Medical Center Drive, UHB2C490

Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5010

Email: [email protected]

Job Summary

The University of Michigan Department of Radiation Oncology invites applications for a board certified/eligible Radiation Oncologist at the rank of Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor to build an academic career. The disease site focus is flexible based on departmental needs and the interests of the candidate but could include metastatic disease, spine radiosurgery, lymphoma/hematologic malignancies, soft tissue sarcoma, gynecologic cancers, and benign disease. The ideal candidate will display excellent interpersonal skills, excellence in patient care, and the ability to work successfully with a team. In addition to providing patient care, the faculty member will be expected to conduct research, including clinical trials, publish, and teach medical students and residents. There may be other disease sites to help support based on department needs at the University Hospital in Ann Arbor, MI. The University of Michigan Department of Radiation Oncology invites applications for a board certified/eligible Radiation Oncologist at the rank of Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor to build an academic career. The disease site focus is flexible based on departmental needs and the interests of the candidate but could include metastatic disease, spine radiosurgery, lymphoma/hematologic malignancies, soft tissue sarcoma, gynecologic cancers, and benign disease. The ideal candidate will display excellent interpersonal skills, excellence in patient care, and the ability to work successfully with a team. In addition to providing patient care, the faculty member will be expected to conduct research, including clinical trials, publish, and teach medical students and residents. There may be other disease sites to help support based on department needs at the University Hospital in Ann Arbor, MI. 

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*

In addition to clinical practice, there will be opportunities for teaching and clinical services research. This position will have strong connections to and enjoy support and opportunities for collaborative work with University of Michigan faculty colleagues. The major criterion for appointment in the Clinician track is excellence in the overall mix of clinical care, clinical research, and teaching. We are interested in candidates with strong training in clinical radiation oncology and a track record of clinical research. The successful candidate will build a clinical radiation oncology practice, working with colleagues and the multi-disciplinary team to support the overall clinical program of which they are a part, and be expected to provide excellent clinical care in a multi-disciplinary oncology setting. In addition, the qualified candidate will be expected to conduct clinical research and enroll patients onto clinical trials.  The candidate will have access to the University of Michigan Clinical Trials Office in order to open investigator-initiated trials and be able to work with trainees and medical students on clinical research projects. The candidate will also have the opportunity for teaching and mentorship of our trainees during their rotations as well as through our mentorship program.

Experience in multi-modality treatment planning (e.g. PET, 4D CT, MRI) including brachytherapy and interest in image guided radiotherapy (IGRT), stereotactic radiosurgery, and stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT), is strongly desired. As a faculty member of the University of Michigan Radiation Oncology, the successful candidate will be an active participant in institutional tumor boards and departmental meetings.

Required Qualifications*

Medical degree with completion of residency training in Radiation Oncology in an ACGME-certified program.  Board Certified or Board eligible by the American Board of Radiology. Possess expertise in a variety of radiation treatment methods. Hold or have the ability to obtain the appropriate medical licenses for the state of Michigan.  Previous record of publications in scientific journals, research and teaching is desirable.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Underfill Statement

This position is posted as Clinical Assistant, Clinical Associate, or Clinical Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon the candidate's qualifications. 

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.