Hematology/Oncology_Director of Cancer Risk and Genetics - Physician - Thomas Jefferson University, Sidney Kimmel Medical College - Department of Medical Oncology

The Department of Oncology at Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, is seeking an experienced physician leader to serve as the Director of Cancer Risk and Genetics. This is a prestigious leadership opportunity within a dynamic academic and clinical environment focused on advancing precision medicine and hereditary cancer risk assessment.

The ideal candidate will bring a passion for integrating genetic risk evaluation into oncology care, a strong academic record, and demonstrated success in team-based leadership, clinical innovation, and translational research.

Job Description

• Provide visionary leadership for the Cancer Risk and Genetics Program, aligning with the department’s mission of comprehensive, patient-centered cancer care and innovation.
• Oversee and expand clinical services related to hereditary cancer syndromes, genetic counseling, and risk reduction strategies.
• Collaborate closely with Jefferson’s Cancer Center, genetic counselors, surgical oncology, and other clinical specialties.
• Lead and support faculty development, academic scholarship, and clinical research in cancer genetics and risk assessment.
• Engage in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Support programmatic growth, including new clinical initiatives and grant funding.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree; board certified in Medical Oncology, Clinical Genetics, or related specialty.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Strong background in hereditary cancer risk, clinical genetics, or precision oncology.
• Experience in academic leadership or program development strongly preferred.
• Evidence of scholarly activity, teaching excellence, and clinical innovation.

Why Jefferson?

• Join a nationally recognized academic medical center with a robust cancer program and deep commitment to genetic medicine.
• Collaborate across disciplines with top-tier experts in cancer biology, genomics, and population health.
• Benefit from access to cutting-edge resources and a growing enterprise-wide cancer genetics network.
• Work in the heart of Philadelphia with opportunities to influence the future of cancer care and prevention.

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.    

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educa­tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. 

Benefits

At Jefferson, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support the health and well-being of our colleagues and their families. It includes a wide range of benefits including competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, life and disability insurance, paid time off, educational benefits, financial and mental health resources and much more. Our diverse benefits offerings ensure you have the coverage and access to services you need to thrive both personally and professionally. 

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research.

Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students.

Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region.

Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years. 

Jefferson's mission, vision and values create an organization that attracts the best and the brightest students, faculty, staff, and healthcare professionals, as well as the most visionary leaders to drive exceptional results.

• OUR MISSION: We improve lives.
• OUR VISION: Reimagining health, education and discovery to create unparalleled value
• OUR VALUES: Put People First, Be Bold & Think Differently and Do the Right Thing