The University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) invites applications and nominations for faculty positions in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. Located in Jackson, Mississippi, UMMC is the state's only academic health science center and serves as a leading destination for advanced cancer care, biomedical research, and medical education. The Department seeks talented, clinically accomplished radiation oncologists who are eager to contribute to a growing academic program and play a meaningful role in shaping the future of radiation oncology across Mississippi.
The Department is entering an exciting period of growth and transformation, anchored by the development of a new, comprehensive cancer center and continued investment in advanced radiation oncology technologies and clinical capabilities. This significant institutional initiative represents an opportunity to expand access to sophisticated cancer treatments, strengthen multidisciplinary oncology services, and further elevate the quality and scope of cancer care available to patients throughout the state. The Department currently offers a range of advanced radiation treatment modalities, including stereotactic radiosurgery, HDR brachytherapy, and MRI-guided brachytherapy, while pursuing further innovation in areas such as online adaptive radiation therapy, molecular imaging, theranostics, and technology-enabled treatment planning.
The successful candidate will join a collegial, academically engaged team committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The Department emphasizes evidence-based care, rigorous peer review, and a highly collaborative approach to treatment planning and patient management. Faculty benefit from close working relationships with radiation oncology colleagues, medical physicists, dosimetrists, radiation therapists, and multidisciplinary cancer care teams, creating an environment that values clinical quality, shared expertise, and continuous improvement.
Of particular appeal is the opportunity for incoming faculty to help define and develop the Department's next generation of clinical programs. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to cultivate areas of clinical specialization, champion new treatment capabilities, strengthen referral relationships, and contribute to the strategic growth of the Department. The recruitment is open to radiation oncologists across all disease-site interests, with opportunities to tailor clinical and academic contributions to individual expertise and institutional priorities. For candidates with demonstrated interest and aptitude, opportunities may also exist to assume leadership responsibilities in clinical program development, research, medical and/or residency education, or other departmental initiatives.
As an academic department within the UMMC School of Medicine, Radiation Oncology is committed to the education and development of future physicians and the advancement of oncologic research. Faculty participate in the Department's educational mission, including the training of radiation oncology residents and medical students. Candidates with interests in clinical investigation, translational research, educational scholarship, or other academic pursuits will find opportunities to develop these activities in alignment with their experience, interests, and the Department's evolving priorities. The Department welcomes both established academicians and physicians seeking to build a more substantial academic portfolio alongside a rewarding clinical practice.
Beyond its clinical and academic missions, the Department embraces a broader vision of extending access to high-quality, academically informed radiation oncology care throughout Mississippi. Through continued program development, multidisciplinary partnerships, and engagement with referring providers and communities across the state, incoming faculty will have the opportunity to contribute to an institution-wide commitment to improving cancer outcomes and expanding access to advanced treatment options.
This recruitment represents an exceptional opportunity for physicians who value clinical excellence, collegiality, and the ability to make a tangible impact. With the development of a new cancer center, expanding clinical capabilities, and a leadership team committed to innovation and growth, UMMC offers an environment in which motivated faculty can build meaningful clinical programs, develop their academic careers, and establish a lasting professional legacy.
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree (or equivalent) from an accredited medical institution, with successful completion of an accredited radiation oncology residency training program.
- Board certification or board eligibility in Radiation Oncology through the American Board of Radiology (ABR), with eligibility for an unrestricted medical license in the State of Mississippi.
- Academic credentials and professional accomplishments appropriate for appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor at the University of Mississippi School of Medicine.
- Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, patient-centered care, and the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based radiation oncology services.
- Expertise in one or more areas of radiation oncology, with an interest in developing or expanding clinical programs, advancing treatment capabilities, or contributing to multidisciplinary cancer care.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative, collegial approach to patient care and engagement with multidisciplinary teams.
- Enthusiasm for contributing to a growing academic department, with the initiative, adaptability, and vision to help shape its future clinical and academic direction.
- Commitment to medical education and the mentorship of residents, medical students, and other trainees.
- Interest in clinical research, translational investigation, quality improvement, educational scholarship, or other academic activities, commensurate with the candidate's experience and career aspirations.
- An entrepreneurial and forward-thinking mindset, with a commitment to expanding access to advanced radiation oncology services and improving cancer outcomes throughout Mississippi.
To Apply
Please submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter to Renee Breer, Senior Search Associate at DSG Global ([email protected]). Nominations and questions can also be directed to DSG Global via Renee Breer.