Director, UC Cancer Center, College of Medicine

Job Overview Director, UC Cancer Center, College of Medicine Essential Functions Strategic Leadership: Develop and lead the Center’s mission, vision, and strategic goals, guiding it toward NCI designation. Research Excellence: Build robust, collaborative research programs in basic, translational, clinical, and population sciences. Clinical Integration: Align clinical services with research priorities to ensure high-quality, innovative cancer care across the UC Health system and regional network. Faculty & Team Development: Recruit and support top-tier scientists and clinicians. Form and lead a strong senior leadership team. Education & Training: Expand training opportunities for researchers and clinicians, with a focus on underserved populations in the catchment area. Community Engagement: Promote cancer prevention and outreach initiatives and strengthen the Cancer Center’s impact locally and beyond. Operational Oversight: Manage budgets, space, shared resources, clinical trials infrastructure, and administrative operations. Fundraising & Development: Lead philanthropic and grant-seeking efforts to support Center growth and sustainability. Minimum Requirements Terminal degree (MD, PhD, PharmD, DrPH, or equivalent). Eligibility for faculty appointment at the Professor level. Distinguished track record in cancer research and peer-reviewed funding. Required Education Doctorate or terminal degree from a regionally accredited college or university of recognized standing in a field appropriate to the requirements of the position. Required Experience The candidate will have a personal record of distinguished cancer research (basic, translational, and/or clinical). Nine (9) years of relevant experience required. Two (2) years of supervisory experience required. Dependent on the department/division the faculty appointment will be in, certification is required to practice in the state of Ohio and eligible for a professional licensure in Ohio. Additional Qualifications Considered Leadership experience in an academic medical center or NCI-designated cancer center. Proven ability to lead strategic planning, team building, and complex organizational management. Expertise in NCI funding processes and research infrastructure development. Physical Requirements/Work Environment Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands. Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Highlights include: Comprehensive Tuition Remission Robust Retirement Plans Real Work-Life Balance Additional Benefits Include: Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs Professional development & mentorship opportunities To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit the careers page at the UC site: UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: Important : To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal Opportunity : The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer. REQ:99066 Apply now Clery and HEOA Notice Notice of Non-Discrimination eAccessibility Concern Privacy Statement University of Cincinnati | 2600 Clifton Ave. | Cincinnati, OH 45221 | ph: View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr