Chair Department of Radiation Oncology

The client invites nominations and expressions of interest for the position of Chair of the Department of Radiation Oncology. The role provides prominent executive and academic leadership within a nationally recognized academic health system, with a strong focus on advancing clinical care, research, education, and innovation. The department serves as a cornerstone of the organization’s cancer program and delivers radiation oncology care to a high volume of new cancer patients annually across multiple locations. As Chair, the individual will advance the department’s strategy across clinical care, research, education, and operations in close partnership with cancer center and system leadership. Responsibilities include strengthening multidisciplinary integration, enhancing academic productivity, elevating the department’s national profile, and fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture grounded in innovation, scientific rigor, and patient-centered care. The Chair will also oversee quality, safety, and operational performance while championing innovation in care delivery and research, including the continued advancement of precision oncology and AI-enabled capabilities. A key priority is faculty growth and development through strategic recruitment, mentorship, and retention, alongside expanded clinical trials, translational research, and educational programs. The ideal candidate is an accomplished academic radiation oncologist with a strong record of leadership, clinical excellence, and scholarly achievement, with the ability to lead growth and foster collaboration within a complex academic health system. Inquiries and submissions are expected to be handled through the retained search partner, and applicants are generally expected to provide a detailed curriculum vitae and a letter of interest. Confidential