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Oncology - Physician

Tufts Medical Center - Tufts Medicine, Boston, MA, United States


Medical Oncologist – Multiple Disease Site Options
(Phase I Investigator / Physician-Scientist)
Tufts Medical Center | Boston, MA

Position Summary
Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts, is seeking a medical oncologist with focused experience in early-phase (Phase I) clinical trials to lead our Phase I clinical research efforts within the academic oncology program. This role is ideal for an early- to mid-career physician-scientist who is prepared to assume increasing leadership in early-phase trial development while continuing to build an independent clinical and translational research portfolio.
The successful candidate will play a central role in leading our existing clinical trial infrastructure as well as the design, activation, and conduct of Phase I and first-in-human studies, contribute to the strategic growth of the Phase I program, and provide outstanding clinical care within a collaborative, mission-driven academic medical center. Clinical focus may include thoracic or breast malignancies, based on expertise and programmatic need.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Research Leadership & Phase I Program Development
Serve as Principal Investigator for Phase I and early-phase clinical trials, including investigator-initiated and industry-sponsored studies

Provide scientific and operational leadership for early-phase research infrastructure as well as trial development, activation, and execution

Contribute to the strategic growth and visibility of the Phase I clinical trials program

Develop and expand a competitive, externally visible clinical and translational research program with institutional support

Collaborate closely with translational scientists and multidisciplinary teams to advance first-in-human and biomarker-driven studies

Build and sustain productive relationships with industry sponsors, cooperative groups, and internal stakeholders

Collaborate with the Neely Center for Clinical Cancer Research to support cooperative group, commercial, and investigator-initiated studies

Clinical Care & Multidisciplinary Leadership
Provide high-quality clinical care to patients within the candidate’s area of specialization

Mentor trainees, junior faculty, and research staff involved in early-phase research

Share inpatient oncology and consult service coverage with faculty, including participation in night and weekend coverage with fellows providing primary support

Contribute to the academic mission of Tufts University School of Medicine through teaching and scholarly activity

Qualifications
MD or MD/PhD with board certification or eligibility in Medical Oncology

Subspecialty focus in thoracic or breast malignancies preferred

Demonstrated experience serving as a Principal Investigator on Phase I or early-phase clinical trials

Record of academic productivity, including peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial leadership

Experience or strong interest in leading collaborations with pharmaceutical and biotech partners

Commitment to an academic career with emphasis on early-phase clinical research and program leadership

Eligibility for medical licensure in Massachusetts

What We Offer
Collegial and collaborative academic home within a growing system of care which places patients at the heart of everything we do

Opportunity to assume a leadership role within a growing Phase I clinical trials program

Strong institutional infrastructure and support for early-phase trials, translational research, and industry partnerships

Mentorship and resources to support career advancement toward senior leadership roles

Practice in Boston, a global hub for biomedical research and innovation

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Supportive environment for academic advancement and leadership development

How to apply:
Please submit an application via this job post or email CV directly to Ian McCarthy, Senior Physician Recruiter.
The base salary range for this position is $255,670 - $331,507 annually. Actual compensation will be determined during the selection process and is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, academic rank, relevant experience, education, internal equity. There is incentive compensation based on clinical productivity.
At Tufts Medicine, we view this investment not merely as compensation, but as recognition of the significant impact you will have in advancing our mission and shaping the future of patient care, research, and education.