Oncology, Medical Oncologist - Multiple Disease Site Options

Medical Oncologist Multiple Disease Site Options

(Phase I Investigator / Physician-Scientist)
Tufts Medical Center | Boston, MA

Position Summary

Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts, is seeking a medical oncologist with focused experience in early-phase (Phase I) clinical trials to lead our Phase I clinical research efforts within the academic oncology program. This role is ideal for an early- to mid-career physician-scientist who is prepared to assume increasing leadership in early-phase trial development while continuing to build an independent clinical and translational research portfolio.

The successful candidate will play a central role in leading our existing clinical trial infrastructure as well as the design, activation, and conduct of Phase I and first-in-human studies, contribute to the strategic growth of the Phase I program, and provide outstanding clinical care within a collaborative, mission-driven academic medical center. Clinical focus may include thoracic or breast malignancies, based on expertise and programmatic need.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Research Leadership & Phase I Program Development

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• Serve as Principal Investigator for Phase I and early-phase clinical trials, including investigator-initiated and industry-sponsored studies
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• Provide scientific and operational leadership for early-phase research infrastructure as well as trial development, activation, and execution
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• Contribute to the strategic growth and visibility of the Phase I clinical trials program
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• Develop and expand a competitive, externally visible clinical and translational research program with institutional support
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• Collaborate closely with translational scientists and multidisciplinary teams to advance first-in-human and biomarker-driven studies
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• Build and sustain productive relationships with industry sponsors, cooperative groups, and internal stakeholders
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• Collaborate with the Neely Center for Clinical Cancer Research to support cooperative group, commercial, and investigator-initiated studies
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Clinical Care & Multidisciplinary Leadership

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• Provide high-quality clinical care to patients within the candidates area of specialization
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• Mentor trainees, junior faculty, and research staff involved in early-phase research
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• Share inpatient oncology and consult service coverage with faculty, including participation in night and weekend coverage with fellows providing primary support
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• Contribute to the academic mission of Tufts University School of Medicine through teaching and scholarly activity
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Qualifications

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• MD or MD/PhD with board certification or eligibility in Medical Oncology
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• Subspecialty focus in thoracic or breast malignancies preferred
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• Demonstrated experience serving as a Principal Investigator on Phase I or early-phase clinical trials
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• Record of academic productivity, including peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial leadership
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• Experience or strong interest in leading collaborations with pharmaceutical and biotech partners
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• Commitment to an academic career with emphasis on early-phase clinical research and program leadership
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• Eligibility for medical licensure in Massachusetts
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What We Offer

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• Collegial and collaborative academic home within a growing system of care which places patients at the heart of everything we do
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• Opportunity to assume a leadership role within a growing Phase I clinical trials program
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• Strong institutional infrastructure and support for early-phase trials, translational research, and industry partnerships
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• Mentorship and resources to support career advancement toward senior leadership roles
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• Practice in Boston, a global hub for biomedical research and innovation
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• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
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• Supportive environment for academic advancement and leadership development
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