Hematology / Oncology Faculty – Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center / UMC Cancer Center Lubbock, Texas

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) and the University Medical Center (UMC) Cancer Center in Lubbock, Texas, are actively recruiting  five  faculty physicians in Hematology and Oncology  to join a growing, collaborative academic team. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary program that is expanding to meet significant regional demand for cancer services.

General oncologists, other disease specialists and hematologists are also encouraged to apply. We are accepting candidates now , including both new graduates and experienced oncologists.

Position Highlights :

Employment : Faculty position through TTUHSC; based at UMC Cancer Center

Tracks Available : Academic or Clinical

Clinic Location : 602 Indiana Avenue, Lubbock, TX 79415

Call Structure : Fellows take first call via Nurse On Demand system; faculty are second call

Inpatient / Outpatient Mix : Primarily outpatient, with inpatient responsibilities as needed

Telemedicine : In-office telemedicine available

Compensation & Benefits :

Base Salary :

500,000 (both Clinical and Academic tracks)

Bonuses :

wRVU-based incentives (up to $50K annually on Academic track; uncapped on Clinical)

Sign-On Bonus : $100,000

Relocation Assistance

Full Benefits Package : Includes CME, malpractice, vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Retirement : Includes Retirement System (TRS)

Visa Support : O-1 and H1B visas accepted (J-1 support in progress)

EMR : Currently Cerner; transitioning to EPIC in 2026

Clinical Expectations :

Academic Track : 5 half-day clinics / week + time for research, teaching, and admin

Clinical Track : 9 half-day clinics / week

Expectation to see ~10 patients per half-day session

Access to Level 1 Trauma Center, Burn Center, and broad specialty support

Academic & Teaching Opportunities :

Involvement with medical students, residents, and fellows

Research opportunities available through TTUHSC

Participation in institutional and departmental committees is encouraged

Facility Information :

UMC Cancer Center : Brand new, state-of-the-art cancer center opening May 2026

UMC : 500-bed regional hospital; Level 1 Trauma Center

TTUHSC : Well-established academic institution with a commitment to education and community health

Location :

Lubbock, Texas  is a vibrant college town with a low cost of living, a regional airport, excellent schools, and a friendly, welcoming community. Physicians are required to live within  25 minutes of the practice  (Lubbock / Shallowater / Wolfforth areas).

Application Requirements :

MD / DO  accepted

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hematology and / or Oncology

CV required to apply