Physician - Breast Oncologist

Position Summary

/ Career Interest :

The University of Kansas Cancer Center (KUCC) is seeking to recruit a full time academic clinical physician / investigator with demonstrated interest in cancer prevention to join an expanding team in delivering the highest quality of care, as well as satisfying teaching, research, and academic responsibilities at a premier health system in the Midwest. This position will have the opportunity to work within the Division of Medical Oncology and the Breast Cancer Prevention Research Center.

The Medical Oncology Division provides compassionate, state-of-the-art medical care to cancer patients; developing novel therapeutic and treatment options through clinical, translational, and molecular research; and educating and training the field’s next generation of cancer experts, with 36 faculty members dedicated to developing innovative treatments for these patients.

The High-Risk Breast Clinic and the Breast Cancer Prevention Research Center sees over 1000 new consults per year including individuals at high risk for breast cancer due to family history, hereditary cancer syndrome, high risk breast biopsy and other risk factors. This hybrid clinical and research program offers counseling on breast cancer screening, early detection and risk reduction including opportunities to participate in breast cancer prevention clinical trials.

The University of Kansas Health System is a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, the only one in Kansas and 1 of only 54 in the United States, and for the 12th year, KUCC has been listed among the nation’s top 50 by U.S. News & World Report, making us the only cancer program in the region to receive this recognition.

Required Qualifications :

Candidates should be board certified or board eligible in medical oncology or hematology / oncology and must have completed fellowship training in hematology or medical oncology. Eligibility for medical licensure in both Kansas and Missouri is required.

Successful applicants will have a demonstrated record of excellence in clinical care, originality and productivity in research, a history or strong potential for consistent extramural funding, and an interest in graduate and medical education.

Benefits and compensation :

• Recent increase in overall compensation package
• Generous retirement contribution
• Relocation assistance
• Health, dental, vision
• CME allowance
• LTD / STD and life insurance
• Professional liability coverage

About The University of Kansas Hospital :

Recognized as one of the top hospitals in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, The University of Kansas Hospital is a 1045-bed academic medical center and Level 1 trauma center, with a mission to lead in the discovery of new knowledge, deliver outstanding patient care in this region and beyond, and educate the healthcare professionals of tomorrow. The Health System, consistently earning national recognition for outstanding quality and safety in several medical specialties, is known for its Center for Advanced Heart Care, Center for Transplantation, Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center, and NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Magnet designation is proof of our hard-earned commitment to nursing excellence.

About Kansas City :

A metropolitan area of 2.3 million people, Kansas City offers the diversity and excitement of a large city with the charm and convenience of Midwest living. Walkable, tree-lined neighborhoods surround the campus, which is within close proximity to the city's top destinations, including the Kauffman Center of Performing Arts, Union Station & Science City, National WWI Museum, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, as well as the Country Club Plaza, a shopping district celebrated for its architectural design.

Overall, the Kansas City metropolitan area is a diverse and dynamic region with a rich cultural heritage, a strong economy, a vibrant downtown area, and a wide range of recreational and educational opportunities. It offers a high quality of life for its residents and attracts visitors from around the region and beyond. Residents enjoy safe, suburban neighborhoods, great restaurants and shopping, miles of bike paths, parks and lakes, excellent schools (public, private, and universities for higher education).

The University of Kansas Health System is the official healthcare provider for the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, and T-Mobile Center. Kansas City is also home to Sporting KC, KC Current, Kansas City Mavericks, and we will be hosting the World Cup! Visit for more information about Kansas City.

Interested applicants send CV to Ann Terry at or call 816.419.4523

Time Type : Full time

Job Requisition ID : R-39662