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The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch) and the University of Washington (UW) jointly recruit a full‑time faculty member at the Associate Professor level without tenure (WOT) to serve as Director of Translational Cancer Care Delivery. This leadership role is designed for an individual with expertise in clinical oncology and clinical data science who will bridge innovation in data‑driven research with real‑world cancer care delivery.

The Director will lead the development and implementation of advanced clinical data ecosystems derived from electronic health records (EHRs). The goal is to improve patient care and outcomes, accelerate translational research, and enhance clinical trial access. This role emphasizes scalable, AI‑enabled approaches to extract and operationalize clinical and molecular data across institutional and community care settings. The position combines leadership, research, mentorship, and clinical care.

Provide strategic leadership in the development and implementation of integrated clinical data ecosystems that leverage structured and unstructured EHR data to advance translational research and cancer care delivery. Lead the design, deployment, and evaluation of AI‑enabled tools to derive clinically meaningful phenotypes, identify disease progression and treatment response, and support patient identification for clinical trials, biomarker‑driven therapies, and supportive care interventions. Partner with institutional and community sites to expand access to harmonized clinical data, enabling population analytics, trial feasibility assessments, and improved care delivery across a broader network. Establish and lead an independent, externally funded research program in clinical data science focused on integrating clinical and molecular datasets to generate real‑world evidence and support causal inference. Contribute to high‑quality clinical care (20–30% effort) within a defined oncology specialty, including participation in clinical trials. Provide mentorship and career development for trainees, particularly those focused on the Hutchinson Institute for Cancer Outcomes Research (HICOR). Foster interdisciplinary collaboration across clinical, research, and informatics teams to enhance the cancer center’s regional and national impact.

The position will be primarily appointed in the Clinical Research Division (CRD) at Fred Hutch and based at the Hutchinson Institute for Cancer Outcomes Research (HICOR), a multidisciplinary research group focused on cancer outcomes research. The position also includes a joint appointment in the UW Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Medicine. The position reports to the Senior Vice President (SVP) of the CRD at Fred Hutch and the Hematology and Oncology Division Head at UW, with a dotted line to the Director of HICOR.

Appointment at Fred Hutch and UW will be at the rank of Associate Professor WOT on the Physician Scientist pathway. Associate Professors WOT hold indefinite appointments that align with a 12‑month service period (July 1–June 30). Faculty with 12‑month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12‑month period (July–June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off.

Applicants must have:

• MD/DO degree (or foreign equivalent)
• Board certification in Medical Oncology or Hematology/Oncology (or foreign equivalent)
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the state of Washington
• Demonstrated expertise in clinical data science, biomedical informatics, or related fields
• Established record of independent research funding (e.g., NIH, PCORI, DoD, foundation awards)
• Proven leadership in developing or deploying data‑driven approaches to clinical research or care delivery
• Experience working with EHR‑derived datasets, including integration of structured and unstructured data
• Strong track record of academic productivity and collaborative research
• Commitment to mentorship, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration

Submit the following:

1. Letter of interest addressed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Scott Ramsey
2. One‑page personal statement discussing research accomplishments, leadership experience, and outlining a vision for the growth and development of the Translational Cancer Care Delivery Program
3. One‑page mentorship and training statement addressing the prompt: What is your mentorship philosophy and approach, and what has informed them? Please describe specific actions you have taken or plan to take to create a collaborative and effective training and mentorship environment in which all trainees and staff can thrive
4. List of three references
5. Applicant statement on how past experiences and/or future plans promote belonging and fostering an inclusive environment (optional but required)

Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H‑1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H‑1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.

This institution is using Interfolio’s Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

The University of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. The University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status, consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, see UWHR benefits information.

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