Faculty Positions: Assistant Attending Physician, Division of Solid Tumor Oncology, Department of Medicine, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

OncologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$235k-$520k

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Job Description

About Us

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages.

Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it.

MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Assistant Attending Physician, Division of Solid Tumor Oncology (Multiple Services)

The largest of MSK’s clinical departments, the Department of Medicine encompasses experts in solid tumor oncology, hematologic malignancies, subspecialty medicine and supportive and acute care services.

Offering a range of services both in multiple sites in New York City and at their suburban outpatient locations in our Regional Care Network (RCN), DoM physicians oversee the care of the whole patient. Refer to the Department of Medicine Web page for additional information about the department and its services.

The Division of Solid Tumor Oncology, Department of Medicine, is seeking multiple full-time physicians at the Assistant Attending level or higher focused on the care of patients, education and research at our New York City and/or Regional Network locations (New Jersey, Long Island, etc.) in several diagnosis areas, including Gynecologic and Head and Neck Medical Oncology.

The Division has an interest in the multidisciplinary care for patients with all malignancies across all Solid Tumor types, focusing on clinical investigation and academic medical practice. The responsibilities will include clinical expertise in patient care, clinical research, and teaching/ training.

For this position, candidates should have superb clinical and interpersonal skills, must also be a critical thinker, highly motivated, empathetic, and a team player.

Core Skills

  • MD, DO, or equivalent.
  • Board eligible or board certified in Medical Oncology.
  • New York and New Jersey State License Eligible.
  • Certification in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Child Abuse Identification & Reporting.
  • Submit C.V., letter of interest, and references in your application submission to:
  • Gynecologic Medical Oncology – Carol Aghajanian, MD - aghajanc@mskcc.org
  • Head and Neck Medical Oncology – Alan Ho, MD, PhD - hoa@mskcc.org
  • Solid Tumor Oncology – Luis Diaz, MD – diazl5@mskcc.org

Working at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center’s Solid Tumor Oncology Division is an exciting opportunity because it combines world-class patient care with pioneering cancer research.

Applicants have the chance to contribute to multidisciplinary teams that address complex cancers through innovative therapies, clinical trials, and personalized treatment approaches.

The Division’s focus on translating scientific discoveries into meaningful improvements in patients’ lives creates a highly purposeful clinical environment. Candidates can also grow professionally by collaborating with leading clinicians, researchers, and support professionals across a renowned academic medical center.

For individuals motivated by compassion, innovation, and continuous learning, MSKCC offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact in the fight against cancer.

Pay Range: $235,000 - $520,000

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Closing

At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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Key Responsibilities

The physician will provide expert clinical care to patients with solid tumors while engaging in multidisciplinary collaboration. Responsibilities also include conducting clinical research and participating in the teaching and training of the next generation of clinicians.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an MD, DO, or equivalent degree and be board eligible or certified in Medical Oncology. Applicants are required to possess a valid state license and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and Child Abuse Identification & Reporting.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Translational ResearchCritical Thinking

Oncology — Physician Career Context

Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$378k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $350k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Oncology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$235k–$520kOncology median $463k (middle half $335k–$550k)15 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$350k in purchasing powerNew York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Oncology listings in New York48 active652 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew York physician listings (all specialties): 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 16% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Oncology hiring demand#21 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 38 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 209 postings, 157 closed
New Oncology listings417 in the last 30 days315 the 30 days before (+32%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Oncology pay trend+1.1% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

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Better work-life than 20% of Oncology listings

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Living in New York

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$875k≈ 3.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$4,089/mo≈ 21% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
40 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.