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The Department of Radiation Oncology of the Emory University School of Medicine is recruiting for two physicians at the Instructor, Assistant, Associate or Professor level for positions at our large new Winship Tower recently opened in Midtown Atlanta to deliver multidisciplinary oncology care. Candidates for the position should have completed an accredited residency and be Board Certified or in the process of becoming Board Certified in Radiation Oncology through the American Board of Radiology. Candidates should ideally have a strong interest in research, including clinical trials, health services/outcomes/policy research, translational biology, or physics research. A commitment to residency education, the multi-disciplinary care of cancer patients, and quality and equity of care delivery are essential. These positions are tenure eligible. One position will focus primarily on a service delivering care for breast cancer and the other on a service delivering care for genitourinary/prostate cancer, including brachytherapy.

The Department of Radiation Oncology has a tripartite mission of providing outstanding patient and family-centered medical care, educating the next generation of cancer caregivers and researchers, and executing paradigm-defining cancer research. The department is growing in all three areas with over 60 faculty distributed among Divisions of Clinical Affairs, Cancer Biology and Medical Physics. Faculty members are nationally recognized for subspecialty care in areas including pediatric oncology, brain tumors, head and neck cancer, lymphoma, breast, genitourinary, and lung cancer. The department operates seven sites of care in the Atlanta area, including the Emory Proton Therapy center and Winship at Emory Midtown. These positions are optimal opportunities to lead in the development of multidisciplinary care with tremendous resources and opportunities to elevate the quality of care in a major metropolitan area.

Winship Cancer Institute is the only National Cancer Institute-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in Georgia. The Winship Cancer Institute coordinates subspecialties of cancer diagnostic imaging, care, and research throughout the university. To learn more about Winship research, outreach, clinical trials, and faculty and staff, visit www.winshipcancer.emory.edu.

The School of Medicine, in addition to cancer research and care, is nationally recognized in areas of infectious disease, neurosciences, heart disease, transplantation, orthopedics, pediatrics, renal disease, ophthalmology, and geriatrics. Winship has over 500 faculty, who received $85 million in total research funding reported in CY 2021. Atlanta is home to two other large research universities, many other schools and colleges, vigorous technology and biomedical sectors, together with extensive parks and green space.

The successful applicant will show a history of academic scholarship and achievement as well as a strong clinical background.

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

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Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.