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Surgical Oncologist roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations, requiring an M.D. plus surgical fellowship training in oncology. U.S. academic medical centers, cancer institutes, and large health systems are the primary H-1B sponsors for this role, and many file cap-exempt petitions through affiliated research or teaching institutions.
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The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Position Information
Position/Rank Surgical Oncologist - Commensurate with Qualifications
Department 02444 - ONCOLOGY DIVISION
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin Fall/Winter 2026
Details
The Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery at the University of Utah School of Medicine, Huntsman Cancer Institute is recruiting a surgical oncologist with a specialty interest in peritoneal based disease and mixed tumor GI cancer. The academic track and rank will be commensurate with experience. Completion of fellowship training in Surgical Oncology prior to start date is required.
The University of Utah, Huntsman Cancer Institute has the longest standing GI surgical oncology program with a dedicated program for peritoneal disease management. With more than 700 HIPEC procedures performed to date and novel cutting-edge trials, the group is leading the Mountain West. In addition, neuroendocrine cancer is a destination program at Utah and opportunities include growing a minimally invasive foregut cancer program.
The University of Utah, Huntsman Cancer Institute in an NIH NCI designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, ranked in the US News Best Cancer Hospitals ranking, in addition to the University of Utah ranking top 10 for 13 years in a row in the prestigious Vizient Quality and Accountability Ranking.
Interested applicants should apply at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/200001
For more information, please contact T. Clark Gamblin, MD, MS, MBA, Chief, Surgical Oncology, at clark.gamblin@hci.utah.edu
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Open Date 04/10/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN04042F
Type Faculty
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
-
Do you have an MD or equivalent degree?
(Open Ended Question) -
Are you Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Surgery?
(Open Ended Question) -
Have you completed a fellowship in Surgical Oncology?
(Open Ended Question) -
Have you ever had a license or privileges denied, restricted, limited, suspended, or revoked?
- Yes
- No
-
Have you ever been permitted to resign or surrender your license or privileges while under investigation or while any action was pending against you?
(Open Ended Question) -
Have you ever been permitted to resign or surrender your license or privileges while under investigation or while any action was pending against you?
- Yes
- No
-
Is any action related to your conduct or patient care pending against you at any hospital or health care facility?
- Yes
- No
-
Have you ever had a controlled substances registration denied, restricted, suspended, or revoked in any way? Is any such action pending?
- Yes
- No
-
Have you ever been terminated from a position because of drug or alcohol use or abuse?
- Yes
- No
-
Have you ever been convicted or pleaded guilty or no contest for any felony? Is any such action pending?
- Yes
- No
-
One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only
Posting Details
The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Position Information
Position/Rank Surgical Oncologist - Commensurate with Qualifications
Department 02444 - ONCOLOGY DIVISION
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin Fall/Winter 2026
Details
The Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery at the University of Utah School of Medicine, Huntsman Cancer Institute is recruiting a surgical oncologist with a specialty interest in peritoneal based disease and mixed tumor GI cancer. The academic track and rank will be commensurate with experience. Completion of fellowship training in Surgical Oncology prior to start date is required.
The University of Utah, Huntsman Cancer Institute has the longest standing GI surgical oncology program with a dedicated program for peritoneal disease management. With more than 700 HIPEC procedures performed to date and novel cutting-edge trials, the group is leading the Mountain West. In addition, neuroendocrine cancer is a destination program at Utah and opportunities include growing a minimally invasive foregut cancer program.
The University of Utah, Huntsman Cancer Institute in an NIH NCI designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, ranked in the US News Best Cancer Hospitals ranking, in addition to the University of Utah ranking top 10 for 13 years in a row in the prestigious Vizient Quality and Accountability Ranking.
Interested applicants should apply at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/200001
For more information, please contact T. Clark Gamblin, MD, MS, MBA, Chief, Surgical Oncology, at clark.gamblin@hci.utah.edu
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Open Date 04/10/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN04042F
Type Faculty
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
-
Do you have an MD or equivalent degree?
(Open Ended Question) -
Are you Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Surgery?
(Open Ended Question) -
Have you completed a fellowship in Surgical Oncology?
(Open Ended Question) -
Have you ever had a license or privileges denied, restricted, limited, suspended, or revoked?
- Yes
- No
-
Have you ever been permitted to resign or surrender your license or privileges while under investigation or while any action was pending against you?
(Open Ended Question) -
Have you ever been permitted to resign or surrender your license or privileges while under investigation or while any action was pending against you?
- Yes
- No
-
Is any action related to your conduct or patient care pending against you at any hospital or health care facility?
- Yes
- No
-
Have you ever had a controlled substances registration denied, restricted, suspended, or revoked in any way? Is any such action pending?
- Yes
- No
-
Have you ever been terminated from a position because of drug or alcohol use or abuse?
- Yes
- No
-
Have you ever been convicted or pleaded guilty or no contest for any felony? Is any such action pending?
- Yes
- No
-
One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Surgical Oncologist
Verify your fellowship counts toward specialty occupation
USCIS evaluates whether your surgical oncology fellowship satisfies the specialty occupation standard alongside your M.D. Document the fellowship's subspecialty focus, board eligibility pathway, and direct clinical scope to preempt any Request for Evidence on qualification.
Target cap-exempt hospitals with research affiliations
Academic medical centers affiliated with nonprofit research institutions can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap. Prioritize NCI-designated cancer centers and university hospital systems, where cap-exempt status removes lottery risk entirely for your application.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with H-1B filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify hospitals and cancer centers that have filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications for surgical oncology roles, so you approach employers with a demonstrated sponsorship track record rather than guessing from job postings alone.
Benchmark your prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Run your SOC code and practice location through the OFLC Wage Search before signing any letter of intent. The LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing level, and knowing the floor prevents accepting an offer that will stall at DOL certification.
Clarify petition timing around residency or fellowship end dates
If you're completing a fellowship on J-1 or F-1 OPT, coordinate H-1B filing deadlines with your program end date. The 60-day grace period after fellowship completion is tight; your sponsoring employer needs to file well before that window opens.
Confirm the employer files premium processing for credentialing timelines
Hospital credentialing committees typically require an approved H-1B before granting surgical privileges. Ask prospective employers explicitly whether they file premium processing, since standard USCIS timelines can delay your ability to operate and generate revenue for the department.
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Find Surgical Oncologist JobsSurgical Oncologist H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Surgical Oncologist qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Surgical Oncology meets the USCIS specialty occupation definition because the role requires an M.D. degree plus a subspecialty surgical fellowship as a minimum entry requirement. The degree-job nexus is direct and well-established, which means these petitions face lower evidentiary risk than roles in fields where degree requirements are disputed.
Can I find cap-exempt H-1B sponsors as a Surgical Oncologist?
Many of the largest employers of surgical oncologists, including NCI-designated cancer centers, university hospital systems, and nonprofit academic medical centers, qualify as cap-exempt H-1B sponsors. This means they can file petitions at any time of year without lottery exposure. Migrate Mate filters employers by H-1B filing history so you can identify which institutions actively sponsor this role.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage apply to Surgical Oncologist roles?
Your employer must certify in the Labor Condition Application that your offered salary meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and geographic area. Surgical oncology maps to a high wage level given the subspecialty fellowship requirement. You can verify the applicable wage floor using the OFLC Wage Search before evaluating any offer.
What documents do I need for an H-1B petition as a Surgical Oncologist?
Your employer's attorney will typically need your M.D. diploma, ECFMG certificate if you trained outside the U.S., surgical oncology fellowship completion letter, board eligibility or certification documentation, medical license, and a detailed position description confirming the specialty occupation standard. Foreign credential evaluations are required if your degree is from a non-U.S. institution.
How long does H-1B processing take for physicians accepting a new attending role?
Standard USCIS processing runs several months, which can conflict with hospital credentialing timelines that require an approved petition before granting surgical privileges. Most academic and health system employers in this specialty use premium processing, which provides a 15-business-day adjudication window, to avoid delays in your start date and clinical onboarding.
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