Gastrointestinal Medical Oncologist
Listed compensation
$208K - $708K
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Job Description
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
- 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
The Mayo Clinic is seeking a medical oncologist focused on gastrointestinal cancers to join the Division of Medical Oncology in Rochester, Minnesota. The ideal candidate will have translational research experience and clinical expertise in gastrointestinal cancers.
This position offers the opportunity to work in a program with a long history of excellence in gastrointestinal cancer treatment and research, with a myriad of opportunities for patient care, clinical trials, and translational science.
Through the Mayo Clinic Cancer Center there are opportunities to participate in and contribute to multiple NCI sponsored activities including three cooperate groups, six SPOREs, and an early therapeutics program.
Mayo Clinic also serves as the base for the Academic and Community Cancer Research United clinical trials network.
The chosen candidate is expected to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary setting.
Physicians work in a team focused environment with world renowned faculty in Gastroenterology, Surgical specialties, Radiation Oncology (with options for proton beam therapy and SBRT), Pathology, cancer focused Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, and Palliative Care to provide high level and integrated care for patients.
An active early therapeutics program is available for novel agent development and testing. Post training experience in gastrointestinal cancers is preferred. Incoming academic rank would be commensurate with experience.
Qualifications
Board eligible or board certified in Medical Oncology and eligible for licensure in the state of Minnesota.
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.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Gastrointestinal Medical Oncologist at Mayo Clinic a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Oncology — ranked against 642 active Oncology listings on WeekdayDoc.
Oncology — Physician Career Context
Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 6.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$458k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $465k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.6 / 10 · top 10% in oncology | ranked against 642 Oncology listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $208k–$708k | Oncology median $484k (middle half $424k–$575k)141 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$465k in purchasing power | Minnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Oncology listings in Minnesota | 14 active | 646 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Minnesota physician listings (all specialties): 14% state a sign-on bonus · 24% offer loan repayment604 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Oncology hiring demand | #21 of 28 specialties | postings stay open a median 38 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 209 postings, 157 closed |
| New Oncology listings | 411 in the last 30 days | 337 the 30 days before (+22%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Oncology pay trend | −6.9% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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