Neurological Oncologist

Neurological Oncologist

The LSU Health New Orleans/LCMC Health Cancer Center in historic, highly desirable New Orleans seeks a Neuro-Oncologist. The incoming Neuro-Oncologist will work with multidisciplinary teams using cutting-edge cancer therapies, technologies, and patient-centric research. As part of the LSU/LCMC network, the successful candidate will work in state-of-the-art facilities and engage in a robust clinical trials program. This is an opportunity to help develop a new NCI-designated Cancer Care Center and leave a lasting legacy. An endowed chair will also support this role. Candidates should have completed a neurology residency program and a neuro-oncology fellowship.

Job Description

• Become part of a mission-driven academic health sciences center dedicated to serving diverse communities and families across New Orleans and beyond
• Establish your legacy by contributing to the development of a new NCI-designated Cancer Care Center
• Reside in the world-renowned city of New Orleans, soaking in its rich culture
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary medical teams employing cutting-edge cancer therapies, advanced technologies, and patient-centric research
• Ensure the best patient outcomes by providing top-tier treatments in state-of-the-art facilities
• Engage in a vibrant clinical trials program offering patients innovative options
• Deliver compassionate clinical care while pursuing research and academic interests if desired

Community Overview

New Orleans, Louisiana, has a wealth of unique heritage and proud traditions. It is best known for its music, vibrant nightlife, numerous festivals, eclectic food, and intricate architecture.

• New Orleans is one of the fastest-growing technology hubs in the country
• It is home to the Bio Innovation District, founded to foster a hub of bioscience research and entrepreneurship centered on the City's downtown university campuses and medical facilities
• New Orleans consists of colleges and universities that offer entrepreneurship curricula, start-up support, and growing access to capital
• The city's economic growth engine is led by the Port of New Orleans and top-notch transportation, including access to six Class-1 railroads and one of America's newest international airports
• New Orleans continues to invest in economic development, sustainable energy, and infrastructure upgrades
• Surrounded by natural beauty, including parks and recreation, New Orleans has continuously appeared on top destination lists across multiple national media outlets

Benefits

• Compensation information: $375,000.00 / Annually - $475,000.00 / Annually

Facility Location

The festivals, the restaurants, and the nightlife are a few of the main attractions in New Orleans, and there's always the French Quarter, established by the French in 1718, that is a must-go place. Bourbon Street is where the upscale lounges and historic restaurants and jazz clubs are to be found. No wonder the first opera in North America was performed in New Orleans!