Division Chief, Hematology and

The State University of New York, Upstate Medical Universitys Norton College of Medicine (SUNY Upstate) is seeking a Division Chief for Hematology/Oncology to oversee the growth and expansion of an already highly-respected division within the institution. This opportunity offers the advantage of joining the leadership team of the only academic center in the region and a rapidly growing cancer center. Upstate Cancer Center has experienced significant growth and sees more than 2,800 new cancer patients per year, resulting in more than 80,000 visits. The Opportunity The Chief, Division of Hematology/Oncology is the academic, clinical, and administrative leader of the Division of Hematology/Oncology at SUNY Upstate. With the support and dedication of the new Chair of Medicine ( Cynthia Taub, MD, MBA ), the Division Chief has the opportunity to build a nationally recognized program while leading and directing programmatic, clinical, research and educational development within the Division, and will liaise with other divisions, departments, and institutional leadership in the SUNY Upstate Cancer Center. The Ideal Candidate The candidate should be an outstanding physician with a history of successful leadership experience, knowledge of the market forces impacting cancer healthcare delivery, and evidence of mentoring/training and scholarship. The Organization The Division of Hematology/Oncology at SUNY Upstate is on an upward trajectory and home to a highly talented group of 16 faculty members, additional advanced practice providers, clinical research associates, and operates a 3-year hematology/oncology fellowship program (12 fellows). The Upstate Cancer Center is the leading cancer program in Central New York providing world-class multidisciplinary care for the nearly 1.8 million residents of Central New York integrated with robust research and educational programs. The Cancer Center operates out of a dedicated 150,000 square foot state-of-art facility adjacent to the main academic campus that supports comprehensive multidisciplinary cancer programs. Regional cancer care is provided in 8 satellite offices with a new multidisciplinary center opening in 2023. Clinical research is supported by dedicated Cancer Center administrative personnel