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How much do oncology fellow jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for oncology fellow in the United States is $188.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $192.31 and $192.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an oncology fellow?

An Oncology Fellow is a medical doctor who has completed residency training and is undergoing specialized education in the field of oncology, which focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. During fellowship, these physicians gain hands-on experience in patient care, clinical research, and advanced cancer therapies under the supervision of experienced oncologists. The fellowship typically lasts 2-3 years and prepares doctors to become board-certified oncologists, either in medical, surgical, or radiation oncology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an oncology fellow, and why are they important?

Oncology Fellows require an MD or DO degree, completion of an internal medicine residency, and a deep understanding of cancer biology, diagnostics, and treatment protocols. Familiarity with electronic medical records, chemotherapy ordering systems, and specialized oncology software is essential, along with board certification or eligibility in hematology/oncology. Strong communication, compassion, and resilience are vital soft skills for supporting patients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These competencies are crucial for delivering comprehensive cancer care, advancing research, and ensuring positive patient outcomes in a challenging medical field.

What are common challenges faced by oncology fellows during their training, and how can they overcome them?

Oncology Fellows often encounter challenges such as managing a high patient load, staying current with rapidly evolving treatments, and coping with the emotional impact of caring for seriously ill patients. To overcome these, fellows benefit from strong mentorship, effective time management, and seeking support from interdisciplinary teams including nurses, social workers, and palliative care specialists. Engaging in regular educational sessions and peer discussions also helps fellows stay informed and emotionally resilient throughout their training.
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Infographic showing various Oncology Fellow job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $392,661 per year, or $188.8 per hour.

UNIV-Minimally Invasive Urologic Oncology Fellow-Department of Urology

MUSC Health & Medical University of SC

Charleston, SC • On-site

Full-time

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Job Description Summary
The urologic oncology fellow works closely with the GU Nurse Navigator to help run our weekly multidisciplinary tumor board during which time all new cases are discussed with urologic oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology, and radiology. Additionally, the fellow works closely with the urology residents at MUSC in the operating room and while on call, acting as junior faculty.
Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Faculty
Cost Center
CC001076 COM Urology CC
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
Job Description:
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Department of Urology based in scenic Charleston, South Carolina, is recruiting a Minimally Invasive Urologic Oncology Fellow to join our team as a Clinical Instructor to gain a comprehensive experience in genitourinary cancers.
The urologic oncology fellow works closely with the GU Nurse Navigator to help run our weekly multidisciplinary tumor board during which time all new cases are discussed with urologic oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology, and radiology. Additionally, the fellow works closely with the urology residents at MUSC in the operating room and while on call, acting as junior faculty.
MUSC Department of Urology delivers the region's most comprehensive range of Urologic services, encompassing every Urologic subspecialty, with more than 30,000 patient encounters each year. As a tertiary care academic medical center, MUSC receives a large volume of complex referral cases from throughout the state of South Carolina and neighboring states. The fellow gains experience with five urologic oncologists and works closely with the overall multidisciplinary team in urologic cancers. Through these multiple providers the fellow will gain expertise in the endoscopic, laparoscopic, robotic, and open approaches to all urologic cancers.
Duration: 12-month fellowship to run July 1 to June 30.
Minimum Requirements and Training:
M.D or Equivalent
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)
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