Chief, Division of Hematology Oncology

The Department of Internal Medicine at the Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM) seeks a nationally recognized, dynamic, and visionary leader, to become its next Division Chief of Hematology and Oncology and the inaugural Deputy Director for the Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center (IUSCCC). This is a unique moment for the division—a new hospital and cancer pavilion to open in 2027, recent major gifts in immunotherapy and breast cancer, an impressive clinical trials infrastructure, a strong relationship with neighboring Eli Lilly, and a health system that has prioritized and is willing to invest in cancer—this is an opportunity for an incoming Chief to really build up a division of substantial impact. 

As the inaugural IUSCCC Deputy Director, this leader will have the unparalleled opportunity to foster interdisciplinary collaboration, drive innovation across the cancer care and research space, and promote a cooperative partnership between the division and the IUSCCC. This leader has the levers to effect change in a state-wide cancer treatment strategy, to build the research and education arms of a storied division and cancer center, and to elevate the IUSCCC as one of the top 25 cancer centers in the country.

The Division of Hematology and Oncology is one of the largest subspecialty divisions within the Department of Internal Medicine, consisting of 193 members, including clinical faculty, physician-scientists, research scientists, advanced practice providers, learners, and staff located at multiple sites across Indiana University Health (IU Health). Members of the division deliver cancer care over the entire state of Indiana in IU Health’s 17 hospitals and clinics. This statewide system provides the opportunity to pioneer innovative approaches across diverse communities and in a variety of different clinical settings. The faculty have a broad range of expertise in carrying out bench-to-bedside research, providing care to patients and survivors impacted by all cancer types, and educating the next generation of physicians and researchers.

This Division Chief will also hold the role of inaugural Deputy Director of the IUSCCC, the only National Cancer Institute (NCI) designated comprehensive cancer center in Indiana and one of just 56 in the nation. The center has nearly 250 researchers who conduct all phases of cancer research, from laboratory studies to clinical trials to population-based studies that address environmental and behavioral factors that contribute to cancer. Best known for developing the cure for testicular cancer, IUSCCC researchers also have led treatment advances for breast cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, genitourinary cancer, hematologic disorders, thoracic cancer, and thymoma and thymic carcinoma. Researchers currently hold 459 grants that total more than $60 million in external funding. 

Reporting to the Chair of Internal Medicine, the next Division Chief will be a respected physician and successful researcher who has a deep commitment to the tripartite mission inclusive of optimizing clinical care; supporting discovery, translational, clinical, and health services research; mentoring faculty and fellows; and guiding administrative, budgetary, and philanthropic efforts. This position offers an opportunity to strengthen the alignment of the academic mission with clinical growth in a growing statewide health system. The next Division Chief will be a transparent, collaborative, and creative leader who will be a champion for innovation, have an inclusive leadership mindset, and a passion for engaging multidisciplinary teams in a matrixed environment. This leader will exemplify and encourage a culture of inclusivity, mentorship and professional development, have a team-based approach, and recruit highly qualified faculty, staff, and trainees. 

An MD or MD/PhD, with board certification in hematology and/or medical oncology is required. The successful candidate will have a record commensurate with appointment at the rank of associate or full professor in the division. Please direct all inquiries, nominations, and applications to Isaacson, Miller, the national executive search firm assisting with the search. All replies will be held in strict confidence. Correspondence and applications, which should include a CV and letter of interest, should be submitted below.

Randi Herrick is leading this search with Jane McInerney. 

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IUSM is committed to being a welcoming campus community and we seek candidates whose research, teaching, and community engagement efforts contribute to robust learning and working environments for all students, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.