Job Description
Job DescriptionClinical Investigator, Breast Oncology
Location: Boston, MA
Salary Range: $255,670 to $534,220 per year
Position Summary
We are seeking an exceptional Clinical Investigator specializing in Breast Oncology to join a leading academic medical institution in Boston, Massachusetts. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a dedicated physician-scientist to advance the frontiers of breast cancer research while delivering outstanding patient care. The successful candidate will work within a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where translational science and clinical excellence intersect meaningfully every single day.
Breast oncology remains one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving fields in modern medicine. From immunotherapy combinations to targeted molecular therapeutics, the landscape continues shifting at an extraordinary pace. This role places the investigator at the center of that transformation, with access to cutting-edge laboratory resources, robust biobanking infrastructure, and a deeply engaged patient population eager to participate in clinical research. Boston's life sciences ecosystem provides unparalleled opportunities for collaboration, funding, and innovation, making this an ideal location to build and sustain a high-impact research program. Career advancement pathways are clearly defined, with strong institutional support for promotion, grant development, and national recognition within the oncology community.
Core Responsibilities
- Design, lead, and execute Phase I through Phase III breast oncology clinical trials, including investigator-initiated studies and cooperative group protocols
- Provide direct clinical care to patients with early-stage and metastatic breast cancer in both outpatient and inpatient settings
- Develop and maintain an independently funded translational research program focused on breast cancer biology, biomarkers, or therapeutic resistance mechanisms
- Mentor and supervise fellows, residents, and junior research staff within a structured academic training environment
- Collaborate closely with surgical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology, and genetics teams to optimize multidisciplinary patient management
- Present research findings at national and international scientific conferences and publish in high-impact, peer-reviewed medical journals
- Participate actively in tumor boards, institutional research committees, and program development initiatives
- Pursue extramural funding through NIH, PCORI, DOD Breast Cancer Research Program, and other relevant funding agencies
Must-Have Requirements
- MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree with board certification or board eligibility in Medical Oncology
- Fellowship training with dedicated focus on breast oncology clinical and research activities
- Demonstrated track record of peer-reviewed publications relevant to breast cancer
- Experience as a principal investigator or co-investigator on clinical trials
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to engage diverse patient populations compassionately
- Eligibility to obtain Massachusetts medical licensure and DEA registration
- Commitment to academic medicine, teaching, and research mentorship
Benefits and Perks
- Highly competitive salary range reflective of experience, academic rank, and research productivity
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for the entire family
- Generous retirement savings plan with institutional contribution matching
- Paid malpractice insurance including tail coverage
- Dedicated protected research time structured to support grant applications and scientific output
- Robust administrative and research coordinator support staff
- Access to state-of-the-art core research facilities, genomics platforms, and clinical trial infrastructure
- Relocation assistance package for candidates moving to the greater Boston area
- Continuing medical education allowance and conference travel funding
- Paid parental leave and family-friendly workplace flexibility policies
- Institutional loan repayment assistance programs available for qualified candidates