Program Head, Gastrointestinal Oncology

Program Overview Associate Professor or Full Professor, Clinician‑Scholar, Gastrointestinal Oncology The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch) and the University of Washington (UW) invite nominations and applications for the Program Head of Gastrointestinal (GI) Oncology. The position will be dual appointed with a primary faculty appointment in the Clinical Research Division at Fred Hutch and a secondary appointment in the UW Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Oncology. The position will report to the Senior Vice President (SVP) of the Clinical Research Division at Fred Hutch and the Division Head of Hematology and Oncology at the UW. We are seeking a highly motivated, visionary and accomplished scientific and clinical leader to head the GI Oncology Program at the Fred Hutch Cancer Center. The Program Head will oversee and strategically guide the GI Oncology Program, ensuring alignment with the institution's mission and goals. They will develop and implement a comprehensive vision and strategy for the GI Oncology Program, integrating basic, translational and clinical research with clinical care, while promoting education and mentorship. The incumbent will lead and/or support groundbreaking research initiatives in gastrointestinal cancer, including preclinical studies, clinical trials, and translational research and will foster collaborations with bench researchers, translational researchers and clinical investigators at UW and Fred Hutch. The incumbent will serve as an academic, clinical and educational leader charged with organizing, directing and expanding the research efforts for an established team of clinical researchers involved in conducting clinical research and clinical trials in gastrointestinal cancer. Responsibilities include assisting with faculty recruitment as well as oversight and mentorship of faculty, promotion of professional development for team members and representation of the GI Oncology Program at national and international conferences, workshops, and symposia. The incumbent will build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including industry partners, regulatory agencies, and funding organizations. Competitive candidates will have an international reputation of leadership in both gastrointestinal cancer research and clinical excellence. They will have a long‑standing track record of substantial basic, translational and/or clinical research with consistent primary author high‑impact publications and/or grant funding. Program Structure The successful candidate will be appointed in the Clinician‑Scholar track and will spend approximately 30% of time on clinical care. The remainder of the incumbent’s time will be protected for research, administrative oversight of the Fred Hutch/UW GI Oncology program, teaching and mentorship. Faculty are expected to perform their primary activities on‑site at Fred Hutch. The position is paid directly by Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center and receives no UW compensation. Required Credentials MD/DO degree (or foreign equivalent) Board certification (or foreign equivalent) in medical oncology or hematology/oncology Eligibility for medical licensure in the state of Washington Preferred Qualifications The ideal candidate will have a record of and primary interest in gastrointestinal oncology research, as demonstrated by peer‑reviewed publications, grants and/or clinical trial experience. Application Documents Letter of interest addressed to the Chair of the GI Oncology Program Head Search Advisory Committee, Dr. Veena Shankaran Curriculum vitae One‑page personal statement discussing research accomplishments, leadership experience, and outlining a vision for the growth and development of the GI Oncology Program List of three to five references (references will not be contacted without first discussing this with the applicant) Compensation and Benefits The annual base salary range for this position is from $350,000 – $396,745 for faculty hired at the Associate Professor rank and from $385,000 – $481,347 for faculty hired at the Full Professor rank. This position may be incentive eligible. Pay for Faculty positions is based on a variety of factors, including degree, specialty, clinical practice and experience. Faculty without credited time in rank will generally start at the entry rate for their relevant specialty. This position is eligible for relocation assistance or a sign‑on bonus. Other compensation associated with this position may include an Administrative Supplement (ADS) in addition to base pay. Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well‑being, and financial security. Benefits include medical, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (22 days per year), paid sick leave (up to 30 calendar days per occurrence of a qualifying reason), paid holidays (up to 13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 12 months for professor‑track faculty). EEO Statement We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. 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