Academic Head and Professor, Department of Oncology, Cumming School of Medicine, Zone Clinical Department Head, Oncology, Calgary Zone, Alberta Health Services, Facility Medical Director, Tom Baker Cancer Centre, and Associate Senior Medical Director, CancerControl Alberta

The University of Calgary, CancerControl Alberta and Alberta Health Services invite applications for the joint position of Head, Department of Oncology, Cumming School of Medicine, Zone Clinical Department Head, Oncology, Calgary Zone, Alberta Health Services, Facility Medical Director, Tom Baker Cancer Centre, and Associate Senior Medical Director, CancerControl Alberta. These are key leadership positions within the Cumming School of Medicine (CSM) and Alberta Health Services (AHS). The successful candidate would be offered an academic appointment with Tenure at the Professor level.

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Interested individuals are encouraged to submit an application online via the 'Apply Now' link. Please be aware the application process allows for only four attachments. Your four attachments should be organized to contain the following (which may require you to merge documents such as publications):

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae
• Statement of research interests
• Statement of administrative philosophy and academic goals
• Names and contact information of three (3) references

Questions regarding this opportunity should be addressed to Dr. Jonathan Meddings, by email (meddings@ucalgary.ca)

Application deadline: October 18, 2019

The Saskatchewan Cancer Agency provides leadership in health promotion, early detection, treatment and research for cancer. The Cancer Agency operates two treatment centres: the Allan Blair Cancer Centre in Regina and the Saskatoon Cancer Centre.

Practice Location: Allan Blair Cancer Centre, 4101 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan Canada S4T 7T1. 

Population Base: The population of Saskatchewan is 1.16 million. The Allan Blair Cancer Centre provides comprehensive cancer care to those living in the southern part of the province.

Job Duties: Cancer Agency medical oncologists provide care as members of teams, which include nurses, pharmacists, radiation therapists, oncologists, clinical associates, general practitioners in oncology, surgeons, social workers, volunteers, patient advisors, and palliative care staff. Cancer care is extended to surrounding communities through the Community Oncology Program of Saskatchewan. Oncologists are supported by clinical associates for inpatient and on-call responsibilities. Participation on clinical trials in collaboration with cooperative groups and industry is a major focus of activity for our oncologists. They are members of cooperative clinical trial groups as Alliance, NCIC CTG, and NRG. Oncologists are also involved in teaching medical students and residents. 

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How to Apply: For more information regarding this opportunity, contact Dr. Haji Chalchal, Regina Team Lead - Medical Oncology, at Haji.Chalchal@saskcancer.ca. 

Interested applicants are invited to submit their curriculum vitae to:

Cassandra Ash, Recruitment Coordinator
Saskatchewan Cancer Agency
130-1804 McOrmond Drive
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada S7S 0A6
Email: Cassandra.Ash@saskcancer.ca

Danielle Schultz, Recruitment Coordinator
Saskatchewan Cancer Agency
130-1804 McOrmond Drive
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada S7S 0A6
Email: Danielle.Schultz@saskcancer.ca

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: DECEMBER 31, 2019