"Heersink School of Medicine - Radiation Oncology - Open Rank"

Job Description

The Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking exceptional physician faculty (MD or MD/PhD) for an open-rank and open tenure, full-time position. Academic rank, tenure status, and compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

What we are looking for:

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Radiation Oncology
• Eligible for Alabama medical licensure
• Strong clinical acumen and commitment to high-quality, compassionate care
• Excellent communication skills and team-oriented mindset
• Experience in proton therapy and/or brachytherapy is encouraged but not required

Why Join UAB Radiation Oncology?

• Top-tier academic program with a strong national reputation for clinical innovation and research excellence
• Comprehensive treatment offerings including IMRT, SBRT, SRS, IGRT, TBI, TSI, and brachytherapy.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment integrating clinicians, physicists, and scientists in both patient care and research
• Strong leadership development culture – three recent faculty have gone on to chair radiation oncology departments at other leading institutions
• Robust research infrastructure supporting basic, translational, and clinical investigation in oncology

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a dynamic academic department committed to clinical excellence, scientific advancement, mentorship, and leadership development. Whether you are an established physician-scientist or an emerging clinical educator, we welcome your interest in contributing to our mission.