Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia is seeking a PhD scientist or neuro-oncologist physician-scientist to join its Departments of Neurology and Neurosurgery. The successful candidate will establish and lead a robust basic and translational research laboratory focused on glioma. This role offers a collaborative environment within a large academic health system, serving a diverse patient population across Philadelphia, South NJ, and Delaware.

Practice Info

• Collaborative team including four neurosurgeons, three neuro-oncologists, and three CNS radiation oncologists

• Works closely with clinicians and researchers at the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center and the Vickie & Jack Farber Institute for Neuroscience

• Weekly tumor board and pathology review meetings

• Active in clinical trials and translational research

• Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at Jefferson Health is an NCI-designated consortium cancer center

• Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center offers outstanding shared core facilities

Responsibilities

• Run a strong basic and translational research laboratory focused on glioma

• Outpatient clinic taking care of patients with benign and malignant primary and metastatic brain tumors (for physicians)

Compensation

• Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with professional experience and qualifications

Shift & Schedule

• Full-Time

Requirements

• MD/DO or PhD degree required

• No visa sponsorship available

• Covid Vaccination is a requirement for employment at Jefferson for employees working at Jefferson's clinical entities or at the University