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Thoracic Medical Oncologist

Job ID 367531 Date posted 10/30/2025
  • Rochester, Minnesota
  • Full Time
  • Medical Oncology
  • Remote: No
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Benefits Highlights
  • Medical: Multiple plan options.
  • Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
  • Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
  • Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
  • Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.


Responsibilities

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN is seeking a thoracic medical oncologist with strong leadership skills and ambition for advancing thoracic oncology care. The ideal candidate will play a key role in expanding our Thoracic Oncology program and will have the opportunity to partner closely with internationally recognized teams in Thoracic Surgery, Pulmonary Medicine, Radiation Oncology, Radiology, Interventional Radiology, and Pathology.

This position offers a unique opportunity to lead and innovate across the full spectrum of care for patients with thoracic malignancies. The successful applicant will be expected to:

  • Develop and lead clinical trials
  • Drive innovation in diagnostics and therapeutics
  • Recruit and mentor future faculty
  • Provide mentorship to early-career colleagues
  • Contribute to education by teaching medical students, residents, and fellows
  • Expand their research with support from Mayo Clinic’s resources

Our Thoracic Oncology team includes a comprehensive group of specialists: medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, thoracic surgeons, pulmonologists, interventional radiologists, pathologists, and radiologists. Together, we care for more than 1,000 newly diagnosed patients annually with lung cancer, mesothelioma, and thymic malignancies. Our team is committed to improving outcomes through rapid molecular testing, integrated multidisciplinary care, and a robust clinical trial program.

Mayo Clinic is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the nation and globally. Cancer care is delivered collaboratively across our three campuses in Minnesota, Arizona, and Florida, giving the candidate access to the combined resources of the Mayo Clinic network. This includes over 200 oncologists and hematologists; CORE research facilities; a unified electronic medical record system; and over 2,000 faculty members involved in cancer care and research.

We offer:

  • A competitive compensation package
  • Comprehensive benefits, including relocation assistance
  • Protected time for research and academic development

Applicants should demonstrate a strong commitment to clinical research, education, and innovation. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute across all three of Mayo Clinic’s Shields: Practice, Education, and Research. All levels of experience are encouraged to apply, and the incoming physician will lead a care team in collaboration with advanced practice providers.

We invite you to join an institution that values excellence in patient-centered care and fosters a rewarding and impactful career in academic oncology.



Qualifications

Board eligible or board certified in Medical Oncology.  Eligible for licensure in the state of Minnesota.



Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

The minimum starting salary for Medical specialties may range from $202,000 to $663,037. This range reflects full-time total base compensation prior to consideration of additional experience or duties. Pay for the selected candidate will vary based on specialty, experience, FTE, internal equity, or external market data.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law".  Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.


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Ryan Brunner
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