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The Department of Radiation Oncology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-eligible Clinician-Educator at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a nationally recognized department that integrates cutting-edge clinical care, innovative research, and comprehensive medical education.

Position Summary

The selected candidate will provide expert radiation oncology care, including diagnosis, patient consultations, treatment planning, and follow-up management. In addition, the Clinician-Educator will:

• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, physicists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Participate actively in departmental meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and strategic planning.
• Engage in teaching, mentorship, and supervision of medical trainees, residents, and fellows, fostering the next generation of radiation oncology leaders.
• Contribute to scholarly activity within the clinic and broader academic community.
• Maintain excellence in patient satisfaction, clinical efficiency, and interdepartmental collaboration.

Qualifications

- Board eligible or board certified in Radiation Oncology by the American Board of Radiology.
- Eligible for a faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.
- Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Why Northwestern

- Join a leading academic medical center with access to state-of-the-art radiation therapy technologies, robust clinical trials infrastructure, and high patient volumes across diverse disease sites.
- Collaborate with an accomplished faculty engaged in pioneering research and international guideline development.
- Thrive in an environment that supports professional development, innovation in education, and meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

Compensation And Benefits

- Base salary range: $450,000 – $600,000. Northwestern University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal comparators; and external market pay for comparable jobs.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, retirement, and professional development resources. Learn more at Northwestern HR Benefits.

Start Date: Negotiable. The position will remain open until filled.

Application Instructions

Please submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter highlighting your interest in the position, your clinical and educational experience, and alignment with the department’s mission. Please read ALL instructions and make preparations before proceeding to the application page:

• Applications will only be accepted via online submission (see link below).
• Please prepare all documents in advance as Adobe PDF files, and please be sure all information is entered correctly and accurately (especially names and email addresses), as there will be no opportunity for online revision after your application has been submitted.
• All required fields in the application form are marked with an asterisk and must be filled before clicking the “Submit” button.
• Be aware that incomplete applications cannot be saved. Applications accepted here: Apply for Job

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern’s non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.