Permanent Hematology & Oncology Physician Jobs in New Mexico

The University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center (UNMCCC) and the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Hematology/Oncology at the UNM School of Medicine, invite applications from physicians or physician scientists with experience and expertise in the treatment and management of patients with hematologic malignancies, in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, and in innovative cell-based or targeted immunotherapies. We look forward to expanding our faculty as our cancer center completes a new expansion, including a cell therapy lab, an additional linear accelerator, and a theragnostic suite. The position includes the following responsibilities: Teaching, clinical preceptorship, and mentorship of medical students, residents, fellows, and/or other healthcare trainees in clinical oncology, especially hematopoietic cell therapy, and innovative targeted immunotherapies. Teaching in areas of cancer research and cancer health care delivery. Conduct clinical or translational research and clinical trials. Provide inpatient and outpatient consultative service for patients with hematologic malignancies with conventional or hematopoietic cell therapies, including hematopoietic stem cell transplant, CAR T cell therapy, or targeted immunotherapies. UNMCCC is excited to introduce new and expanded services to New Mexico through its current expansion project. This expansion will provide New Mexico’s only radiotherapy MR Linear Accelerator, which will allow for real-time imaging during treatment and improve precision medicine. The project will also provide a new cGMP laboratory to expand our bone marrow transplant and cell-based therapy programs and increase treatment space for our targeted radioisotope theragnostic. UNMCCC is proud to be able to provide these new services of which are not offered anywhere else in New Mexico.Opportunity Highlights

• Gain recognition and impact within a close-knit academic environment
• Join the only NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center within 500 miles
• Provide multidisciplinary care for patients with breast malignancies
• Participate in clinical and translational research within a nationally recognized academic cancer center
• Enroll patients and collaborate on investigator-initiated and cooperative group clinical trials
• The Division has Full-time Medical Oncology Inpatient Providers (Monday to Friday)
• Faculty expected to cover the Inpatient on weekends
• Outpatient APP support
• Receive an excellent salary, start-up support, and relocation assistance
• Access career development and professional advancement opportunities
• Work in a million state-of-the-art cancer treatment facility
• Teach and mentor residents, fellows, and medical students in an academic setting
• The University of New Mexico is recognized as a Best National University and a Top Public School by US News
• J-1 Opportunities Available

Minimum Qualifications: 

• MD or combined MD/PhD degree or equivalent degree with board certification in Internal Medicine. 
• 3-year residency in Internal Medicine and 3-year fellowship in Hematology or Medical Oncology.
• Board certification/eligibility in Hematology or Medical Oncology; and
• Experience in cancer clinical trials with a focused interest in hematologic malignancies

Preferred Qualifications: 

• An equivalent of one year, or more, of full-time hematopoietic cell therapy patient care experience
• Experience with clinical or research Cell Therapy Laboratory operation.
• Experience in resident/fellow education. 
• Experience in clinical and translational research
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

Community Highlights – Culturally Rich and Naturally Beautiful Metro AreaA vibrant city with scenic surroundings and incredible art and culture, Albuquerque is a beautiful place to live and work. With consistent sunshine throughout the year, accompanied by painted skies and gorgeous mountain views serving as your everyday backdrop, you'll find yourself amongst an appealing blend of natural beauty, cultural vibrancy, affordability, and recreational opportunities.

• Ranked as a Best Place to Live in, a Best Place to Retire, and the No. 23 Best Big City to Live in America, and the No. 4 Best Place to Live in New Mexico (US News)
• Excellent Livability Score from Area Vibes, with A+ scores for Amenities, Commute, and Housing, and an A score for cost of living
• Lower cost of living than the national average
• Diverse heritage, historic sites, a vibrant food scene, and a local international airport
• Endless opportunities for outdoor activities, including golfing, hiking, and skiing at multiple nearby mountain resorts

This position may be subject to criminal records screening in accordance with New Mexico law. UNM’s confidential policy (Disclosure of Information about Candidates for Employment, UNM Board of Regents Policy Manual 6.7), which includes information about public disclosure of documents submitted by applicants, is located at https://policy.unm.edu/regents-policies/section-6/6-7.html. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.The University of New Mexico is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Educator.

The University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center (UNMCCC) and the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Hematology/Oncology at the UNM School of Medicine, invite applications from physicians or physician scientists with an interest in clinical care, clinical and translational research, and clinical trials for patients with gastrointestinal (GI) malignancies. Join a multidisciplinary team while gaining major influence in an academic setting. You'll partner with national laboratories and serve New Mexico's diverse populations through groundbreaking research and clinical trials. UNMCCC is proud to provide multidisciplinary cancer care not offered anywhere else in New Mexico. As such, UNMCCC is excited to introduce new, comprehensive services as part of its current expansion project. Through this project, GI cancer patients will gain access to New Mexico’s only radiotherapy MR Linear Accelerator, which enables for real-time imaging during treatment and enhances precision medicine. The project will also provide increased treatment space for GI cancer patients who would benefit from targeted radioisotope theranostics. Opportunity Highlights:

• Join the only NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center within 500 miles
• Enjoy excellent work-life balance with academic flexibility
• Participate in the multidisciplinary clinical care of patients and in the design and conduct of cancer clinical trials as a member of the UNMCCC Multidisciplinary Working Group in Gastrointestinal malignancies.
• Work in a state-of-the-art cancer treatment facility and access prioritized career development and professional progression opportunities
• Gain major influence and recognition in an intimate academic environment
• Partner with surgical oncologists specializing in gastrointestinal malignancies such as colorectal, gastric, esophageal, and hepatopancreaticobiliary primary tumors, gastrointestinal stromal tumors, neuroendocrine tumors, appendiceal neoplasms, and peritoneal surface malignancies.
• Expanding opportunities for regional cancer therapies such as hepatic arterial pump infusion and intraperitoneal chemotherapy.
• Design and conduct cancer clinical trials for gastrointestinal malignancies
• Collaborate with 136 oncology physicians and 123 research scientists
• Teach residents and fellows in an academic medical environment
• J-1 Opportunities Available 

Community Highlights – Culturally Rich and Naturally Beautiful Metro AreaA vibrant city with scenic surroundings and incredible art and culture, Albuquerque is a beautiful place to live and work. With consistent sunshine throughout the year, accompanied by painted skies and gorgeous mountain views serving as your everyday backdrop, you'll find yourself amongst an appealing blend of natural beauty, cultural vibrancy, affordability, and recreational opportunities.

• Ranked as a Best Place to Live in, a Best Place to Retire, and the No. 23 Best Big City to Live in America, and the No. 4 Best Place to Live in New Mexico (US News)
• Excellent Livability Score from Area Vibes, with A+ scores for Amenities, Commute, and Housing, and an A score for cost of living
• Lower cost of living than the national average
• Diverse heritage, historic sites, a vibrant food scene, and a local international airport
• Endless opportunities for outdoor activities, including golfing, hiking, and skiing at multiple nearby mountain resorts

-This position may be subject to criminal records screening in accordance with New Mexico law. UNM’s confidential policy (Disclosure of Information about Candidates for Employment, UNM Board of Regents Policy Manual 6.7), which includes information about public disclosure of documents submitted by applicants, is located at https://policy.unm.edu/regents-policies/section-6/6-7.html. -The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.-The University of New Mexico is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Educator.