Staff Physician (Medical Oncology) -… at Roswell Park… · Pedrafita…

Title:

Staff Physician (Medical Oncology) - Genitourinary Job Type: Regular

Company:

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department:

Department of Medicine - Genitourinary (GU) Center

Time Type:

Full time

Weekly Hours:

40

FTE:

1

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Summary:

About the Role

The Department of Medicine at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking an accomplished physician leader in Genitourinary (GU) Medical Oncology to help guide and grow a high-impact clinical and research program within an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of GU oncology care while advancing innovative translational and clinical research that improves outcomes for patients with prostate, bladder, kidney, testicular, and other genitourinary malignancies.

The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative multidisciplinary environment where medical oncologists, surgeons, radiation oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, translational scientists, and clinical researchers work together to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered cancer care. This role is ideal for an academic oncologist energized by program development, clinical trial expansion, mentorship, and translating scientific discovery into meaningful advances in patient care.

At Roswell Park, physicians are empowered to lead innovative initiatives, shape institutional strategy, and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries that redefine what is possible in GU oncology.

What You’ll Do

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Genitourinary Medical Oncology program • Recruit, mentor, and support attending physicians, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary clinical teams • Collaborate closely with surgical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology, radiology, and supportive care teams to deliver coordinated inpatient and outpatient care • Develop and implement clinical pathways that enhance quality, consistency, operational efficiency, and patient experience • Support continued growth and expansion of GU oncology clinical services and multidisciplinary programs • Define and advance the clinical and scientific vision for GU Medical Oncology • Expand patient access to innovative therapies, clinical trials, and translational research initiatives • Increase clinical trial participation and strengthen investigator-initiated research efforts • Foster productive collaboration between laboratory scientists and clinical investigators • Build strategic partnerships internally and with external institutions to enhance research productivity and scientific visibility • Support the development of novel therapeutic approaches, including immunotherapy and precision oncology initiatives • Mentor and educate fellows, residents, advanced practice providers, junior faculty, and trainees • Support an academic environment grounded in collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning • Contribute to faculty development and leadership cultivation within the division • Serve on departmental and institutional committees • Participate in strategic planning and organizational growth initiatives • Contribute to interdisciplinary and translational research collaborations across Roswell Park • Foster a culture aligned with High Reliability Organization principles emphasizing excellence, accountability, compassion, and teamwork

About the Department

The Genitourinary Oncology Program at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is nationally recognized for its multidisciplinary approach to GU cancer treatment, translational research, and clinical trial innovation. Faculty collaborate across medical oncology, surgery, radiation oncology, pathology, genomics, immunology, and translational science to advance the understanding and treatment of GU malignancies.

As part of the nation’s first cancer center and an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, the program provides access to robust clinical trial infrastructure, precision oncology resources, and a deeply collaborative academic environment dedicated to improving patient outcomes through innovation and discovery.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Join the nation’s first cancer center and an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center committed to transforming cancer care, research, and education • Collaborate within a highly interdisciplinary academic environment dedicated to innovation, mentorship, and scientific discovery • Access robust institutional research infrastructure, including Biostatistics, Biomedical Research Informatics, Bioinformatics, and the Data Bank and Biorepository Shared Resources • Utilize precision oncology and epidemiologic data resources through ORIEN (Oncology Research Information Exchange Network) • Work alongside passionate colleagues deeply committed to community outreach, engagement, and health equity • Opportunity for an academic appointment with the University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences • Thrive in Buffalo, New York — a welcoming, affordable, and culturally vibrant city with a growing medical and research corridor

What You’ll Bring

• MD or MD/PhD with significant experience in Genitourinary Medical Oncology • Academic accomplishments consistent with appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level • Demonstrated leadership experience within a clinical and academic oncology environment • Commitment to multidisciplinary, patient-centered cancer care and collaborative decision-making • Experience developing or leading clinical research and translational oncology programs • Passion for mentorship, education, and faculty development • Executive presence, strategic vision, and the ability to foster collaboration across clinical, scientific, and institutional teams • Interest in expanding innovative therapeutic approaches, clinical trials, and translational discovery initiatives

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

License or Certification Requirement

1. License or permit to practice as a Medical Doctor in the State of New York.
2. Possession of or eligibility for a valid medical specialty certificate in Medical Oncology or a specialty of Hematologic Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplantation, Solid Tumor/Investigational Therapeutics, Pulmonary Medicine, and Infectious Diseases. Education and Experience Medical Doctor degree and prior full-time experience in the field of Medical Oncology or a specialty of Hematologic Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplantation, Solid Tumor/Investigational Therapeutics, Pulmonary Medicine, and Infectious Diseases.

NOTE: Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.

Preferred, but Not Required • Track record of NIH funding and publication in high-impact scientific journals • Experience as a physician-scientist with laboratory research and transferable funding • History of investigator-initiated clinical research and clinical trial leadership • Expertise in immunotherapy development and novel treatment strategies in GU oncology • Interest in elevating national and international visibility in Genitourinary Oncology • Dedication to fostering a culture grounded in innovation, inclusion, accountability, compassion, safety, and High Reliability Organization principles

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

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