Hematology Job at Indiana University Health in Indianapolis, IN

The Director of the Malignant Hematology Program will be responsible for providing strategic direction and leadership across our comprehensive portfolio of hematologic malignancy programs. The successful candidate will oversee clinical operations for 13 disease-focused subspecialty programs, ensure excellence in multidisciplinary patient care, and spearhead research initiatives that advance the field of malignant hematology. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to build upon our robust clinical and research infrastructure, collaborating with faculty and university leaders to support our integrated academic, research, and clinical missions.

Requirements include:
1.MD, DO, or equivalent degree with BC in Hem/Onc, with demonstrated expertise across multiple hematologic malignancies.
2.5+ years of experience leading clinical, translational, and/or basic research programs in malignant hematology, along with an independent, extramurally funded research program (e.g., NIH R01, cooperative group leadership, or industry-sponsored investigational studies).
3.Demonstrate substantial academic productivity with 5+ years of peer-reviewed publications in hematologic malignancies, along with evidence of successful grant acquisition and research program leadership across multiple disease areas.
4.Mid to senior-level faculty experience required, with demonstrated leadership capabilities in academic medicine and program development.

Responsibilities
Lead and manage the comprehensive Malignant Hematology Program encompassing 13 disease-focused subspecialty areas across Indiana University Health's academic medical centers
Collaborate closely with the Hematopoiesis and Hematological Malignancies (HHM) Research Program at IUSCCC to advance translational research initiatives
Work in strategic partnership with the Brown Center for Immunotherapy at Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center to integrate novel cellular therapy approaches fortreatment
Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance patient outcomes, expand clinical trial portfolios, and establish disease-specific programs as regional and national referral centers
Provide clinical oversight and academic guidance to multidisciplinary teams, subspecialty faculty, fellows, residents, and advanced practice providers while mentoring junior faculty
Expand the research portfolio with emphasis on investigator-initiated clinical trials, cooperative group studies, and translational research spanning the spectrum of hematologic malignancies
Serve as liaison with external partners, pharmaceutical industry, cooperative groups, and national cancer networks to develop collaborative research opportunities and enhance the program's national prominence
Foster interdisciplinary collaboration among the 13 disease-focused programs to promote knowledge sharing and optimize patient care delivery

Practice Structure
Academic Distribution: 55% Clinical and 45% Academic focus, supporting both patient care excellence and scholarly activities
Clinical Practice: Comprehensive academic practice encompassing clinical care, research, and education across multiple hematologic malignancy subspecialties
Program Scope: Practice comprised of hematology/oncology subspecialists organized into 13 disease-focused programs covering the full spectrum of blood cancers
Practice Locations: University Hospital, Eskenazi Hospital, IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center, and affiliated academic medic

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