Rutgers University
Division Chief, Surgical Oncology (Associate Professor - Professor Rank)
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08933
Overview
Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title: Division Chief, Surgical Oncology (Associate Professor - Professor Rank) Department: CINJ-Surgical Oncology Salary Details: Salary commensurate with rank Offer Information: The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Benefits: Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage; paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs; competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options; employee and dependent educational benefits; life insurance coverage; employee discounts programs. For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Posting Summary: The Rutgers Cancer Institute seeks a nationally recognized clinical researcher and surgical oncologist with proven leadership experience and a distinguished record of original clinical research, exceptional clinical and educational skills, and a commitment to the Institute's mission. The next Division Chief of Surgical Oncology at Rutgers Cancer Institute and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School has the opportunity to shape a program by leveraging the unique programs and resources in the state\'s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and the scale of the RWJBarnabas Health system. The division has 5 specialty sections including complex general surgical oncology, hepatobiliary surgery, endocrine surgery, cutaneous and soft tissue surgery, and breast surgery. In addition, the division chief is responsible for cancer surgical services in several shared divisions with the departments of surgery, head and neck surgery, and neurosurgery at the RWJMS. The academic appointment will be in the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School with a resident faculty appointment at Rutgers Cancer Institute and a close working relationship with colleagues across RWJBarnabas Health. Rutgers Cancer Institute will provide compensation, space, and other support. The Division Chief will work under the direction of Rutgers Cancer Institute\'s Chief Surgical Officer and Director on mutually agreed upon areas and serve as the liaison to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and the RWJBarnabas Health Oncology Service Line for all operational and programmatic matters regarding surgical oncology programs for the Rutgers Cancer Institute. Faculty rank and salary are commensurate with experience. Faculty at the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School will have the opportunity to engage in teaching and mentorship activities for junior faculty and graduate students. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide oversight for all operational and programmatic aspects within the discipline of surgical oncology (GI, HPB, Melanoma/sarcoma, Breast, Endocrine, Research) and be responsible for oversight of the clinical practice, clinical research activities, and mentorship of the researchers/providers assigned. Research: • Support collaboration between members of various specialty clinical research programs. • Support participation by surgical oncologists in cooperative group, industry sponsored and investigator-initiated research. • Publish scholarly articles regularly with an emphasis on collaborative reports from Surgical Oncology. • Successfully initiate and sustain external funding to support investigator-initiated research programs. • Collaborate with colleagues throughout the RWJBH oncology service line for clinical trial research in surgical oncology. • Support responsible stewardship of philanthropic funds in collaboration with the Rutgers Foundation and Division members. Teaching: • Participate in the teaching of students, residents, and fellows as part of the educational mission of RBHS. • Mentor and develop junior faculty within the Division in accordance with the RBHS Appointments and Promotions Guidelines. Service: • Participate in executive-level leadership meetings as needed, representing Surgical Oncology. Patient Care: • Maintain clinical activity by full participation in program clinical workload (60-70%). • Support clinical faculty/staff productivity in accordance with established benchmarks. • Review Division clinical performance to ensure quality of care and efficient use of resources. Administrative: • Assist the Chief Surgical Officer, Rutgers Cancer Institute and Department Chair in relevant short and long range planning, funding procurement and sustainability. • Direct professional activities and projects to ensure excellence within the area of surgical oncology. • Collaborate with the Chief Surgical Officer, relevant Chiefs and oncology service line leadership to recruit and retain surgical oncology faculty and staff. • Collaborate closely with local cancer institute and RWJUH nursing and administrative leadership for optimization of ambulatory and inpatient operations, efficiency, and patient experience. • Work with the relevant RWJMS departments to ensure that patients receive comprehensive, state-of-the-art care in the surgical oncology clinic. • Oversee clinical and research resources of the Division to ensure optimal use and best practices. • Ensure compliance with regulatory agency requirements (e.g. JC). • Collaborate with RWJBH oncology service line leadership for innovation and integration of surgical care and related services throughout the region. • Understand and adhere to RBHS compliance standards as they appear in RBHS (legacy UMDNJ) Corporate Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. For questions on this position or to learn more about our available positions, please contact the Rutgers Cancer Institute Faculty Recruitment Office at cinjcareers@cinj.rutgers.edu. See all our open faculty positions here! Position Status: Full Time Posting Number: 25FA0983 Posting Open Date: 10/14/2025 Posting Close Date: Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience MD or equivalent Board Certification in General Surgery and either Board Certification in Complex General Surgical Oncology or at least associate professor level as an academic Surgical Oncologist required Eligible/Active NJ Medical License Proven leadership experience/building a clinical program. Record of a clinical research program and a strong publication record in collaborative research. Strong teaching skills/mentorship evidence of successful faculty development. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview RBHS Overview:
New Jersey\'s premier academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our renowned faculty are teachers, health researchers and providers, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education and training in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. An important mission of RBHS is to promote the careers of faculty, staff, and learners. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives. Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School: As one of the nation\'s comprehensive medical schools, RWJMS is dedicated to pursuing excellence in education, research, healthcare delivery, and the promotion of community health, in cooperation with RWJUH. It includes 34 hospital affiliates and ambulatory care sites; 20 basic science and clinical departments; and hosts centers and institutes. It provides education programs for more than 1,500 students and maintains collaborations across multiple campuses. The Rutgers Cancer Institute is the state\'s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, and RWJBarnabas Health is its primary affiliate network. The Jack & Sheryl Morris Cancer Center is a state-of-the-art facility within this ecosystem. See more at www.cinj.org/jackandsherylmorriscancercenter. Statement: Rutgers Cancer Institute, the state\'s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and RWJBarnabas Health, the state\'s largest health care delivery system partner, deliver high-quality oncology care with integrated clinical and research programs, including clinical trials and advanced therapies. Mission, vision, and core values emphasize innovation, collaboration, diversity, integrity, respect, and perseverance. For full details on the RBHS overview and mission, please refer to the institution’s published materials. Posting Details Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants should submit a CV, a research statement, a cover letter detailing how the candidate\'s work will contribute to the Rutgers Cancer Institute Mission, and list 3 references with contact information or upload reference letters. Please contact cinjcareers@cinj.rutgers.edu with any questions about the application process. Quick Link to Posting: https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/261546 Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus: Downtown New Brunswick City: New Brunswick State: NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings: All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements: Rutgers immunization policy details, flu vaccination policies, and exemptions are described; failure to provide proof of vaccination or obtain exemption may result in rescission or termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Rutgers is an equal opportunity employer. The university prohibits discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics and promotes diversity. See the non-discrimination statement for details.
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Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title: Division Chief, Surgical Oncology (Associate Professor - Professor Rank) Department: CINJ-Surgical Oncology Salary Details: Salary commensurate with rank Offer Information: The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Benefits: Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage; paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs; competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options; employee and dependent educational benefits; life insurance coverage; employee discounts programs. For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Posting Summary: The Rutgers Cancer Institute seeks a nationally recognized clinical researcher and surgical oncologist with proven leadership experience and a distinguished record of original clinical research, exceptional clinical and educational skills, and a commitment to the Institute's mission. The next Division Chief of Surgical Oncology at Rutgers Cancer Institute and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School has the opportunity to shape a program by leveraging the unique programs and resources in the state\'s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and the scale of the RWJBarnabas Health system. The division has 5 specialty sections including complex general surgical oncology, hepatobiliary surgery, endocrine surgery, cutaneous and soft tissue surgery, and breast surgery. In addition, the division chief is responsible for cancer surgical services in several shared divisions with the departments of surgery, head and neck surgery, and neurosurgery at the RWJMS. The academic appointment will be in the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School with a resident faculty appointment at Rutgers Cancer Institute and a close working relationship with colleagues across RWJBarnabas Health. Rutgers Cancer Institute will provide compensation, space, and other support. The Division Chief will work under the direction of Rutgers Cancer Institute\'s Chief Surgical Officer and Director on mutually agreed upon areas and serve as the liaison to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and the RWJBarnabas Health Oncology Service Line for all operational and programmatic matters regarding surgical oncology programs for the Rutgers Cancer Institute. Faculty rank and salary are commensurate with experience. Faculty at the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School will have the opportunity to engage in teaching and mentorship activities for junior faculty and graduate students. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide oversight for all operational and programmatic aspects within the discipline of surgical oncology (GI, HPB, Melanoma/sarcoma, Breast, Endocrine, Research) and be responsible for oversight of the clinical practice, clinical research activities, and mentorship of the researchers/providers assigned. Research: • Support collaboration between members of various specialty clinical research programs. • Support participation by surgical oncologists in cooperative group, industry sponsored and investigator-initiated research. • Publish scholarly articles regularly with an emphasis on collaborative reports from Surgical Oncology. • Successfully initiate and sustain external funding to support investigator-initiated research programs. • Collaborate with colleagues throughout the RWJBH oncology service line for clinical trial research in surgical oncology. • Support responsible stewardship of philanthropic funds in collaboration with the Rutgers Foundation and Division members. Teaching: • Participate in the teaching of students, residents, and fellows as part of the educational mission of RBHS. • Mentor and develop junior faculty within the Division in accordance with the RBHS Appointments and Promotions Guidelines. Service: • Participate in executive-level leadership meetings as needed, representing Surgical Oncology. Patient Care: • Maintain clinical activity by full participation in program clinical workload (60-70%). • Support clinical faculty/staff productivity in accordance with established benchmarks. • Review Division clinical performance to ensure quality of care and efficient use of resources. Administrative: • Assist the Chief Surgical Officer, Rutgers Cancer Institute and Department Chair in relevant short and long range planning, funding procurement and sustainability. • Direct professional activities and projects to ensure excellence within the area of surgical oncology. • Collaborate with the Chief Surgical Officer, relevant Chiefs and oncology service line leadership to recruit and retain surgical oncology faculty and staff. • Collaborate closely with local cancer institute and RWJUH nursing and administrative leadership for optimization of ambulatory and inpatient operations, efficiency, and patient experience. • Work with the relevant RWJMS departments to ensure that patients receive comprehensive, state-of-the-art care in the surgical oncology clinic. • Oversee clinical and research resources of the Division to ensure optimal use and best practices. • Ensure compliance with regulatory agency requirements (e.g. JC). • Collaborate with RWJBH oncology service line leadership for innovation and integration of surgical care and related services throughout the region. • Understand and adhere to RBHS compliance standards as they appear in RBHS (legacy UMDNJ) Corporate Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. For questions on this position or to learn more about our available positions, please contact the Rutgers Cancer Institute Faculty Recruitment Office at cinjcareers@cinj.rutgers.edu. See all our open faculty positions here! Position Status: Full Time Posting Number: 25FA0983 Posting Open Date: 10/14/2025 Posting Close Date: Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience MD or equivalent Board Certification in General Surgery and either Board Certification in Complex General Surgical Oncology or at least associate professor level as an academic Surgical Oncologist required Eligible/Active NJ Medical License Proven leadership experience/building a clinical program. Record of a clinical research program and a strong publication record in collaborative research. Strong teaching skills/mentorship evidence of successful faculty development. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview RBHS Overview:
New Jersey\'s premier academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our renowned faculty are teachers, health researchers and providers, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education and training in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. An important mission of RBHS is to promote the careers of faculty, staff, and learners. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives. Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School: As one of the nation\'s comprehensive medical schools, RWJMS is dedicated to pursuing excellence in education, research, healthcare delivery, and the promotion of community health, in cooperation with RWJUH. It includes 34 hospital affiliates and ambulatory care sites; 20 basic science and clinical departments; and hosts centers and institutes. It provides education programs for more than 1,500 students and maintains collaborations across multiple campuses. The Rutgers Cancer Institute is the state\'s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, and RWJBarnabas Health is its primary affiliate network. The Jack & Sheryl Morris Cancer Center is a state-of-the-art facility within this ecosystem. See more at www.cinj.org/jackandsherylmorriscancercenter. Statement: Rutgers Cancer Institute, the state\'s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and RWJBarnabas Health, the state\'s largest health care delivery system partner, deliver high-quality oncology care with integrated clinical and research programs, including clinical trials and advanced therapies. Mission, vision, and core values emphasize innovation, collaboration, diversity, integrity, respect, and perseverance. For full details on the RBHS overview and mission, please refer to the institution’s published materials. Posting Details Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants should submit a CV, a research statement, a cover letter detailing how the candidate\'s work will contribute to the Rutgers Cancer Institute Mission, and list 3 references with contact information or upload reference letters. Please contact cinjcareers@cinj.rutgers.edu with any questions about the application process. Quick Link to Posting: https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/261546 Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus: Downtown New Brunswick City: New Brunswick State: NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings: All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements: Rutgers immunization policy details, flu vaccination policies, and exemptions are described; failure to provide proof of vaccination or obtain exemption may result in rescission or termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Rutgers is an equal opportunity employer. The university prohibits discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics and promotes diversity. See the non-discrimination statement for details.
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