Faculty Physician – Sarcoma Oncology (Assistant, Associate or Full Professor)

OncologyIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$285K - $465K

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Job Description

The Division of Hematology, Oncology and Transplantation at the University of Minnesota is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Medical Oncologist with a focus on sarcoma to join the faculty at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank on an academic or clinician-investigator track.

Applications are welcomed from both established academic oncologists and graduating fellows interested in building careers in sarcoma oncology.

The University of Minnesota is home to the Masonic Cancer Center, Minnesota's only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, and a nationally recognized leader in cancer research, innovation, and multidisciplinary patient care.

Position Highlights: Leadership and Program Building: Help shape the future of sarcoma oncology at the University of Minnesota by leading innovative clinical trials and translational research initiatives, mentoring fellows and junior faculty, and contributing to multidisciplinary program development.

Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a highly integrated team of orthopedic oncologists, pediatric oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists, and basic scientists supported by robust multidisciplinary tumor boards and state-of-the-art research infrastructure.

Research Excellence: Leverage the active Sarcoma Translational Working Group, which fosters collaboration between laboratory scientists and clinicians to rapidly translate discoveries into patient care.

Opportunities exist to develop investigator-initiated clinical trials and participate in cutting-edge translational research.

National and International Research Networks: Benefit from the University of Minnesota's membership in the Sarcoma Alliance for Research through Collaboration (SARC), providing access to global multi-institutional clinical trials and extensive collaborative research opportunities.

Academic Career Growth: Faculty receive support through start-up resources, protected research time, and opportunities for leadership roles within the Masonic Cancer Center.

Community Impact: Join a program deeply connected to the patient community through its longstanding partnership with Rein in Sarcoma (RIS), a nationally recognized patient advocacy organization that has helped secure millions of dollars in research funding through pilot grant support and federal funding initiatives.

Clinical Excellence: Provide high-quality inpatient and outpatient clinical care focused on sarcoma and related solid tumors.

About the Division

The University of Minnesota Sarcoma Program is a nationally recognized leader in the treatment of bone and soft tissue malignancies.

The program provides comprehensive care for patients with rare and complex cancers and is known for its innovation in limb-sparing surgery, comparative oncology, and translational sarcoma research.

Faculty have the opportunity to contribute to a growing program committed to advancing treatment options and improving outcomes for patients with sarcoma through clinical excellence, research, and education.

The Division of Hematology, Oncology & Transplantation includes more than 50 faculty members across malignant hematology, blood and marrow transplantation, classical hematology, and solid tumor oncology.

Faculty are nationally and internationally recognized for contributions in cellular therapy, immunotherapy, translational oncology, and clinical trial innovation.

The division holds active NIH and American Society of Hematology training grants and maintains a deep commitment to mentoring the next generation of oncology investigators.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited ACGME Internal Medicine residency and Hematology/Oncology fellowship training program. Board eligible/certified in Medical Oncology. Licensed or ability to acquire medical license and DEA in the State of Minnesota, and meet threshold criteria/qualifications for credentialing and privileges.

Ability to receive work authorization in the United States from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and maintain legal status according to the requirements of the VISA.

Preferred Qualifications

Clinical and translational research experience, particularly in sarcoma or related solid tumors. A track record of research productivity and independent or collaborative funding. Interest in developing and leading disease-focused clinical trials.

Pay and Benefits: This role is dually employed by University of Minnesota Physicians and the University of Minnesota. Total salary is market competitive and based on AAMC salary benchmarks. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through M Physicians.

The base salary range for this position is $285,000–$465,407 commensurate with experience, qualifications, and cFTE. The salary from the University is dependent upon the academic effort of the person hired. M Physicians provides the following benefits: Substantial 401K employer contribution.

Well-being program including an annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services. Allowance for CME, license, board certification, and DEA fees. Malpractice insurance coverage. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we are a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

In addition, the University provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes low-cost medical, dental, pharmacy plans, and much more. Additional information can be found here: M Physicians Benefits and University Benefits.

Additional Requirements: An application for the corresponding academic component of this position should be submitted through the University’s employment site: hr.myu.umn.edu M Health and Clinical Partnerships Providers practice at affiliated locations under the M Health Fairview shared care delivery system.

This partnership represents a collaboration between University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center and Fairview Health Services to build a nationally known academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients and communities, while also supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system.

University of Minnesota The University of Minnesota is among the largest and most prestigious public research universities in the nation. The University Medical School is a world-class institution with a long history of leadership and discoveries that have changed the practice of medicine.

The nearly 3,000 outstanding faculty members are committed to achieving excellence in research, clinical care, and developing the next generation of health professionals. Community Information We are based in Minneapolis and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America by U.S. News & World Report.

The Minneapolis-St. Paul area offers a high quality of life and a low cost of living. You'll find excellent school systems, a robust economy, an award-winning culinary scene, museums of all types, outstanding theaters, and a reliable international airport.

If you love the outdoors, you can enjoy all four seasons with the plethora of lakes, parks, and some of the country's best bike trails!

Explore Minnesota Greater Minneapolis – St. Paul Metropolitan Area #UMP University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), a non-profit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, seeks motivated individuals for both clinical and non-clinical roles to drive innovation in health and medicine.

Our inclusive culture offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for career development in the exciting field of health care to over 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers, and 2,200 health professionals and staff across Minnesota and beyond. Join us on a mission to advance medicine.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Company Overview: At University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), we are on a mission to deliver exceptional patient care, advance medicine through research, and train the next generation of health professionals.

M Physicians is the multi-specialty group practice for the University of Minnesota Medical School faculty clinicians, community-practice clinicians, advanced practice providers, and healthcare professionals.

We serve the land grant mission of the University by providing high quality specialty and primary care, innovative and leading-edge cures and treatments, and access to the latest evidence-based care to patients across the state of Minnesota and beyond.

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Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality inpatient and outpatient clinical care for patients with sarcoma and related solid tumors. Lead innovative clinical trials, translational research initiatives, and contribute to the development of the sarcoma oncology program.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an ACGME Internal Medicine residency and Hematology/Oncology fellowship, and be board certified or eligible in Medical Oncology. Requires a medical license and DEA in the State of Minnesota and legal authorization to work in the US.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Sarcoma TreatmentMultidisciplinary CollaborationInpatient CareOutpatient Care

Oncology — Physician Career Context

Of the 33 active Oncology listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 64% have no call, 33% require no weekends.

Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 18.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$375k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $381k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.4this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Oncology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 654 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in Minneapolis

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$365k≈ 1.3× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,682/mo≈ 7% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.8
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About University of Minnesota Physicians

Hospitals and Health Care
Minneapolis, MN
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Substantial 401K employer contribution
Well-being program with annual spending allotment
Peer coaching
Counseling and concierge services
CME allowance
License, board certification, and DEA fees covered
Malpractice insurance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible