Clinical Academic Hematologist/Oncologist

 Job Summary

The ETSU Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Hematology and Oncology, invites board-certified or board-eligible Hematologists/Oncologists to join our established team at the Regional Cancer Center in Johnson City, Tennessee. Whether your passion lies in patient care, teaching, research, or academic leadership, your career will be supported and encouraged within our collaborative academic environment.

This is a predominantly outpatient-focused position with a 4-day clinical schedule and one dedicated day for protected administrative time. Inpatient responsibilities are shared among faculty, with each physician covering one inpatient service week at a time.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Provide comprehensive outpatient hematology and oncology care
• Participate in shared inpatient hematology/oncology service coverage
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows in both clinical and academic settings
• Deliver lectures, lead case discussions, and contribute to hands-on clinical education
• Engage in scholarly activity, quality improvement initiatives, and academic service.
• Participate in the fellowship recruitment and interview process.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered, evidence-based care

Hematology/Oncology faculty members benefit from the guidance of experienced academic leaders and access to robust institutional resources designed to support professional development and career growth. Due to the significant regional need for hematology and oncology services, faculty have the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact on the health of the community. Compensation aligns with AAMC salary recommendation benchmarks for academic hematology/oncology.

About the Quillen College of Medicine:

East Tennessee State University’s Quillen College of Medicine is nationally recognized for its commitment to primary care education and service to rural and underserved populations. In the 2025 U.S. News & World Report rankings, Quillen College of Medicine was named a Tier 1 medical school for Primary Care and ranked #2 in the nation for Most Graduates Practicing in Medically Underserved Areas.

If you are a dedicated Hematologist/Oncologist seeking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, mission-driven academic environment, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of the ETSU Quillen College of Medicine team.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of hematology and oncology clinical practice and evidence-based care
• Ability to manage complex oncologic and hematologic conditions in both outpatient and inpatient settings
• Strong teaching and mentoring skills for medical trainees
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for multidisciplinary collaboration
• Proficiency in electronic health record documentation and clinical workflows
• Commitment to professionalism, ethical practice, and patient-centered care
• Ability to balance clinical, educational, and scholarly responsibilities

Required Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MD, DO, or MBBS) from an accredited institution
• Successful completion of a Hematology/Oncology fellowship from an ACGME-accredited program (at time of hire)
• Board Certified in Hematology/Oncology or Board Eligible in Hematology/Oncology (at time of interview)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in medical education and academic medicine
• Interest in research, quality improvement, or program development

Benefits and Compensation

• Job Family – Academic Faculty 4

• Salary – Based on commensurate

• For information regarding benefits, please visit (Employee Benefits)

Application Instructions

• Exempt positions are required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.

• Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

• Documents required to apply: Cover Letter, CV and Medical School Transcripts

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

University Overview (as needed) 

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement. 

Disclaimer Statement:

• Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations