Division Chief Of Hematology And Medical Oncology

Lead the transformation of the future of cancer care where it is needed: at the heart of the cancer burden in Louisiana. The LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center seeks a Division Chiefof Hematology and Medical Oncology who will also serve as the Associate Director for Translational and Clinical Oncology. This role is for an innovative leader with a successful record of clinical excellence and research to drive progress in Medical Oncology and hematology. Exceptional emotional intelligence, communication, interpersonal, and partnership skills are required. The new Division Chief will steer the expansion of cancer programs, enhance collaborative research efforts, and shape a thriving academic and clinical environment. Join us to make an impact on our patients and the field of Hematology and oncology as we move toward NCI Designation.

About LSU Health New Orleans and LCMC Health

LSU Health New Orleans is Louisiana's flagship and most comprehensive academic health sciences center. Known for its academic and training programs' quality, LSU Health New Orleans educates most of Louisiana's healthcare professionals. LCMC Health is a New Orleans-based, non-profit health system on a mission to provide the best possible care for every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and to put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Founded by Louisiana's first freestanding children's hospital, LCMC Health has grown into a healthcare system built to serve communities and families' unique needs across New Orleans, the Gulf Coast, and beyond. LSU and LCMC have partnered to create the LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center with the goal of achieving NCI Designation. Our vision is to be the cancer center leading the way locally and nationally in combating cancer in rural and urban areas with high disparities and complex social determinants.

Opportunity Highlights

• Shape the future culture of a dynamic division by harnessing the diverse talents of a dedicated team during a transformative phase
• Lead physician and clinical operations with a focus on Medical Oncology, including steering program developments and innovations
• Be a key leader in the LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center in achieving NCI Designation and enhancing cancer care throughout the state
• Direct pioneering cancer research and community initiatives while spearheading recruitment and strategic expansion
• Manage and achieve the division's financial objectives
• Elevate patient outcomes by championing the integration of clinical, translational, and health services research into everyday practice

Community Information

New Orleans, LA, is an iconic Southern city with vibrant music, diverse cuisine, beautiful architecture, Cajun and Creole cultural influences, and the legendary Mardi Gras celebration. Residents of the Big Easy are infused with a resilient and welcoming spirit that celebrates eccentricity. US News ranks New Orleans as a Best US City to Live and Retire.

• Renowned for its rich cultural heritage and known as the birthplace of jazz
• Countless festivals and celebrations, including world-renowned Mardi Gras
• Enjoy a food lover's paradise with gumbo, jambalaya, beignets, and po'boys
• From jazz and blues to brass bands and funk, you can find incredible performances in various venues across the city, particularly in the famous French Quarter
• Colorful, ornate buildings, ironwork balconies, and charming streets create a unique and picturesque setting
• Surrounded by natural beauty, with the Mississippi River running through the city and the nearby swamps and many beautiful parks
• TripAdvisor names New Orleans a top US food destination in 2023