Medical Oncologist Multiple Disease Site Options

Medical Oncologist Opportunity

Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts, is seeking a medical oncologist with focused experience in early-phase clinical trials to lead our Early Phase translational research efforts within the academic oncology program. This role is ideal for a 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 and growing 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 is flexible based on expertise and programmatic need.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Research Leadership & Phase I Program Development

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

Clinical Care & Multidisciplinary Leadership

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

Qualifications

• MD or MD/PhD with board certification or eligibility in Medical Oncology
• Subspecialty focus in thoracic or breast malignancies preferred, but not obligatory
• Demonstrated experience serving as a Principal Investigator on Phase I or early-phase clinical trials
• Record of academic productivity, including peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial leadership
• Experience or strong interest in leading collaborations with pharmaceutical and biotech partners
• Commitment to an academic career with emphasis on early-phase clinical research and program leadership
• Eligibility for medical licensure in Massachusetts

What We Offer

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