Physician Medical Director of Neuro-Oncology - Saint Luke's - Kansas City

Position Overview Saint Luke’s Cancer Institute and Saint Luke’s Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute seek a Medical Director of Neuro‑Oncology to lead and expand the neuro‑oncology clinical program and clinical research portfolio. This is an academic clinical appointment commensurate with experience. Key Responsibilities Provide clinical care for adult brain tumor patients in inpatient and outpatient settings and maintain high standards of patient‑centered care and multidisciplinary coordination. Provide strategic leadership for the neuro‑oncology program, including quality improvement, strategic planning, and cross‑department collaboration. Assume primary oversight of active neuro‑oncology clinical trials, ensuring regulatory compliance, participant safety, data integrity, and timely accrual. Expand the clinical trial portfolio by pursuing investigator‑initiated trials and fostering relationships with industry sponsors and institutional research offices. Mentor and supervise neuro‑oncology faculty, advanced practice providers, and research staff, supporting education and training activities. Participate in weekly tumor board, multidisciplinary clinics, and community outreach efforts to raise the program’s profile and referral base. Required Qualifications MD, DO, or equivalent degree (or MD/PhD) with board certification (or eligibility) in Neurology, Medical Oncology, or related specialty and fellowship training in Neuro‑Oncology. Active medical license in Missouri (or eligibility to obtain). Several years (typically 3+ years) of post‑fellowship clinical experience in neuro‑oncology with demonstrated clinical trial involvement and experience managing or serving as PI on clinical studies. Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills with a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary care. Preferred Qualifications Experience growing or directing an academic neuro‑oncology program or leading a clinical trials portfolio. Prior experience with investigator‑initiated studies, cooperative group trials (e.g., NCI/Alliance/NCTN), and industry‑sponsored protocols. Record of peer‑reviewed publications and participation in academic teaching/mentorship. Benefits Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Academic appointment and rank at the affiliated medical school (UMKC) will be commensurate with the candidate’s credentials and scholarly record. EEO Statement Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Saint Luke's