Breast Oncologist

Medical Breast Oncologist

Location : Tufts Medical Center, Boston, MA

Department : Hematology Oncology, Department of Medicine

Employment Type : Full-time Academic Position

Tufts Medicine is seeking an experienced and exceptional Medical Breast Oncologist to join our renowned Division of Hematology Oncology. This reestablished position offers a unique opportunity to make an impact in a leading academic medical center and work in one of the most advanced and collaborative multidisciplinary breast cancer programs in New England.

About Tufts Medical Center :

Located in the heart of downtown Boston, Tufts Medical Center is a 415-bed academic medical center and a key part of the Tufts Medicine Health System. We are known for providing compassionate, accessible, and innovative care, fostering an environment where every team member plays a vital role in delivering a holistic healthcare experience to our patients.

Our vision is to create a dynamic and growing breast cancer clinic, our division oversees 30,000 outpatient visits and treatments annually. We proudly serve a diverse population, including the Chinatown community, with a focus on offering integrated healthcare, research, and specialized patient support services.

Position Overview :

The Medical Breast Oncologist will lead the rebuild of the Medical Oncology component of the Breast Oncology Program and work closely with a team of dedicated specialists. This role offers the opportunity to drive programmatic growth, engage in innovative cancer research, and contribute to the development of the next generation of medical oncologists.

Key Responsibilities :

Serve as the Medical Oncology lead for the multidisciplinary Breast Oncology Program.

Participate in the weekly breast cancer-specific multidisciplinary tumor board.

Provide patient care at Tufts Medical Center, with potential expansion to community offices in Stoneham and Framingham.

Collaborate in the ongoing development and growth of the Breast Oncology Program across Tufts Medicine Health System.

Share inpatient oncology and consult service coverage with faculty.

Participate in first-call night and weekend coverage, with fellows providing primary support.

Contribute to teaching and mentoring in the fellowship training program and medical education at all levels.

Research & Academic Environment :

Engage in groundbreaking cancer research with access to the Neely Center for Clinical Cancer Research, supporting cooperative group, commercial, and investigator-initiated studies.

Collaborate in innovative, interdisciplinary, and translational research.

Take advantage of competitive funding opportunities including the Zamboni Research Fund for breast cancer, NIH R01 awards, and interdisciplinary collaboration programs.

Who You Are :

Board Eligible or Board Certified in Medical Oncology.

Experience in chemotherapeutic, targeted biologic, and immunotherapeutic agents preferred.

Clinical trial implementation and research experience highly valued.

Compensation & Benefits :

Competitive salary based on academic training and clinical experience.

Tufts University School of Medicine academic appointment, commensurate with qualifications.

Full benefits package and opportunities for professional growth and development.

How to apply :

Please submit an application via this job post or email CV directly to Ian McCarthy, Senior Physician Recruiter at Ian.McCarthy@tuftsmedicine.org.

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.

Why Tufts Medicine :

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, an expansive home care network and a large integrated physician network. Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated care team members providing more than 1.5 million patient experiences per year. The health system is the principal teaching affiliate for Tufts University School of Medicine. Tufts Medicine came together in 2014 to leverage the experience of its member organizations and integrate their missions to together transform the ways that consumers engage with and experience their care.