Senior Level Surgical Oncologist Jobs
Senior level surgical oncologist jobs place experienced surgeons in charge of complex oncologic procedures, subspecialty program development, and the clinical teams executing patient care at the highest level. Openings are predominantly on-site, concentrated in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, with employers like Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Mayo Clinic, and University of Utah hiring at this level now.
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Internal Title: Academic rank commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Summary
The Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center (DLDCCC) and the Department of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) in Houston, Texas, are recruiting clinician investigators specializing in Thoracic Oncology and Head & Neck Oncology to join our expanding programs at the Assistant/Associate/ Professor level.
The selected candidate will collaborate with highly trained faculty from other specialties to deliver multidisciplinary care at the recently opened O’Quinn Medical Tower, attend on the inpatient consult/teaching service at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, and conduct clinical trials through the DLDCCC’s Clinical Trial Support unit and Phase 1 program. The candidate will also have ample opportunity to teach fellows, residents, and medical students in both inpatient and outpatient settings and mentor research projects.
The DLDCCC, and NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, Ben Taub Hospital, the Michael E DeBakey VA Medical Center, and Texas Children’s Hospital. The O’Quinn Medical Tower is state-of-the-art 470,000 Sq Ft space which includes radiology services, radiation oncology, bronchoscopy/endoscopy, and an 80 bed infusion center that houses the DLDCCC’s Phase 1 unit. The 450 members of the DLDCCC generate more than $130 million of annual direct costs in cancer-related research funding, including more than $44 million in direct costs from the NCI. Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) recruitment awards are available on a competitive basis. The DLDCCC is composed of 6 well-funded research programs and 10 Cancer-specific Disease Working Groups that bring basic scientists and clinical researchers together for collaborative translational research. Interested candidates will have an MD or MD/PhD degree and should be board-eligible or board-certified in medical oncology. Applications should include a letter outlining the candidate’s academic interests, a curriculum vitae, and the names of four references.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
5775
CA; CH
Internal Title: Academic rank commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Summary
The Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center (DLDCCC) and the Department of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) in Houston, Texas, are recruiting clinician investigators specializing in Thoracic Oncology and Head & Neck Oncology to join our expanding programs at the Assistant/Associate/ Professor level.
The selected candidate will collaborate with highly trained faculty from other specialties to deliver multidisciplinary care at the recently opened O’Quinn Medical Tower, attend on the inpatient consult/teaching service at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, and conduct clinical trials through the DLDCCC’s Clinical Trial Support unit and Phase 1 program. The candidate will also have ample opportunity to teach fellows, residents, and medical students in both inpatient and outpatient settings and mentor research projects.
The DLDCCC, and NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, Ben Taub Hospital, the Michael E DeBakey VA Medical Center, and Texas Children’s Hospital. The O’Quinn Medical Tower is state-of-the-art 470,000 Sq Ft space which includes radiology services, radiation oncology, bronchoscopy/endoscopy, and an 80 bed infusion center that houses the DLDCCC’s Phase 1 unit. The 450 members of the DLDCCC generate more than $130 million of annual direct costs in cancer-related research funding, including more than $44 million in direct costs from the NCI. Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) recruitment awards are available on a competitive basis. The DLDCCC is composed of 6 well-funded research programs and 10 Cancer-specific Disease Working Groups that bring basic scientists and clinical researchers together for collaborative translational research. Interested candidates will have an MD or MD/PhD degree and should be board-eligible or board-certified in medical oncology. Applications should include a letter outlining the candidate’s academic interests, a curriculum vitae, and the names of four references.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
5775
CA; CH
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Senior Level Surgical Oncologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level surgical oncologist job?
Employers hiring at this level expect subspecialty expertise, a strong independent operative volume, and demonstrated leadership within a surgical or oncology division. Fellowship-trained candidates with published research, tumor board participation, and experience mentoring residents or fellows gain a clear edge. Tailoring your application to show program-building contributions, not just clinical volume, is what distinguishes senior candidates from mid-level ones.
Which companies hire senior level surgical oncologists?
Companies hiring senior level surgical oncologists right now include Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Mayo Clinic, and University of Utah, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level is driven by academic medical centers, large integrated health systems, and NCI-designated cancer centers seeking surgeons who can lead programs and manage complex caseloads independently.
Are there remote senior level surgical oncologist jobs?
Yes, though the majority of surgical oncologist roles require on-site presence for operative and procedural work. About 3% of senior level surgical oncologist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions typically involve telehealth consultations, multidisciplinary tumor board leadership, or administrative and research-focused responsibilities rather than direct surgical care.
What makes a surgical oncologist role senior level?
Senior level surgical oncologist roles are defined by independent clinical ownership, subspecialty program leadership, and a mentoring responsibility for junior surgeons, fellows, and residents. These positions require surgeons to set clinical protocols, contribute to research or quality improvement initiatives, and represent the oncology surgery service in multidisciplinary and institutional decision-making, well beyond executing procedures under supervision.
Which industries hire the most senior level surgical oncologists?
Senior Level surgical oncologist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive the most hiring because they operate high-volume oncology programs, maintain academic or research missions, and need experienced surgeons capable of leading complex, multidisciplinary cancer care services.