Position Description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) is seeking a Fellowship trained Hematologist/Oncologist in Lubbock, Texas to work at the University Medical Center (UMC) TLC² Foundation Cancer Center.

• TTUHSC is nationally recognized for innovative research, education, and patient care.
• UMC is a 500‑bed public, academic medical center with a catchment area and resulting influx of 9,400 transfers from 157 counties across 260,000 square miles.

Great Opportunity:

The Hematologist/Oncologist will work in UMC’s new 124,000 sq. ft. comprehensive academic cancer center, which opened on April 20th, 2026. The center features:

• Advanced radiation oncology
• Infusion & chemotherapy services
• Outpatient adult and pediatric oncology clinics
• Two pharmacies – dedicated infusion pharmacy and specialty pharmacy
• Dedicated research space
• Clinical trials, Phase I-III, infrastructure
• Integrative medicine services including acupuncture, massage, art/music therapy, yoga and nutrition
• A strong philanthropic base, galvanized by the community’s desire for exceptional care, closer to home

UMC and TTUHSC strive to impact cancer care for more than 3 million people across West Texas and Eastern New Mexico in alignment with TTUHSC’s Rural Cancer Collaborative efforts.

Lubbock, TX is a growing educational, commercial, medical and cultural center with a college-town atmosphere. The metropolitan population is made up of 320k and Lubbockites enjoy an average of 267 days of sunshine per year. Residents enjoy an easy-going lifestyle with low housing costs, unique restaurants, cultural centers, a new state of the art performance hall, bars and boutiques, and a drive time of approximately 15 minutes to anywhere in the city. Lubbock also has great public and private school systems and over 66 public parks, resulting in a very family-friendly atmosphere.

Major/Essential Functions

• Conduct comprehensive physical exams with review of medical history and review/interpretation of lab and diagnostic testing.
• Develop and manage customized treatment regiments inclusive of chemotherapy, immunotherapy and supportive care.
• Communicate with patients and family members regarding diagnoses, testing and treatment options;
• Perform specialty specific procedures as needed.
• Collaborate effectively with additional members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Provide patient care a minimum of 8 half days with an expected patient volume of 10-12 patients per half day.
• Participate in the training and mentoring of medical students, residents and fellows.

Required Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain a Texas Medical License.
• Completion of USMLE Step 3.
• Board Eligible in Hematology, or in the process of completing an ACGME accredited Hematology Fellowship, OR Board Eligible in Oncology, or in the process of completing an ACGME accredited Oncology Fellowship.