Medical Oncologist with interest in Breast Cancer Treatment
About the Position
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Medical Oncologist with interest in breast cancer treatment to join our dynamic and multidisciplinary oncology team. This is a full-time position, primarily focused on outpatient clinical care, with responsibilities that include on-call duties and collaboration with inpatient services. We offer a competitive salary.
Key Responsibilities
1. Provide high-quality care to breast cancer patients in the outpatient clinical setting;
2. Participate in on-call rotations, approximately 12 hours twice monthly, to support chemotherapy services;
3. Offer consultancy for the inpatient oncology floor as needed;
4. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess patient needs accurately and develop personalised treatment plans;
5. Participate actively in weekly clinical and educational meetings;
6. Engage in clinical trials, including the review of clinical research protocols, patient recruitment, and treatment within both industry-sponsored and academic trials;
7. Potential for protected research time for candidates who meet specific selection criteria.
Desired Qualifications & Experience
1. MD with specialised training in Medical Oncology and eligibility to practice in the EU/Portugal (equivalent to “Assistente Hospitalar” or “Consultant”).
2. Proven experience in the medical treatment of breast cancer patients.
3. Experience and active involvement in clinical trials.
4. Proficiency in spoken and written Portuguese and English.
5. Strong motivation to work in a fast-paced, clinical environment.
6. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
About the Champalimaud Foundation
The Champalimaud Foundation (CF), a private non-profit organisation, was established in 2005 as a global reference in scientific research and clinical practice, developing its activity in the areas of neuroscience and cancer. Through a translational methodology, it establishes a direct and interdependent link between basic research and clinical activities to promote significant scientific advances, aiming to achieve improvements in global health and well-being.
The Champalimaud Foundation headquarters and clinics are located in the Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown, a state-of-the-art facility completed in 2010 and now supporting cutting-edge basic and translational research sided with clinics. The core mission is to offer premier clinical services, including early diagnosis, treatment, counseling, and follow-up, as it strives to define new standards of patient care via specialised Disease Management Teams.
We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to excellence in patient care and research in the field of breast cancer.
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