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 candidates 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