Division Chief, Surgical Oncology

Company: Penn State Health
Location: Hershey
Posted on: January 5, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State College of Medicine invite applications for the position of Division Chief of Surgical Oncology in the Department of Surgery. We seek a nationally recognized surgeon-scientist with a strong record of academic accomplishment, including extramural research funding, a demonstrated history of clinical trial leadership and investigator-initiated research, excellence in clinical care, and a sustained commitment to education and mentorship. The successful candidate will bring proven leadership experience in an academic environment and the vision to advance both the academic division of Surgical Oncology and system-wide surgical oncology services across Penn State Health. Academic appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor of Surgery, commensurate with experience and academic accomplishments. Position Highlights: Lead a growing, multidisciplinary Division of Surgical Oncology encompassing HPB/foregut, endocrine, breast, peritoneal surface malignancy, neuroendocrine, and skin/soft tissue oncology. Build and expand programmatic strengths in CRS/HIPEC, neuroendocrine, and hepatobiliary surgery in collaboration with the Penn State Cancer Institute. Drive the division’s academic mission, fostering a culture of scientific inquiry, investigator-initiated clinical and translational research, and mentorship for early-career faculty and trainees. Expand the division’s clinical trials portfolio in partnership with the Penn State Cancer Institute, enhancing access to innovative therapies for patients across the health system. Collaborate with institutional partners including Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Gyn Oncology, Gastroenterology, and Radiology to advance multidisciplinary cancer care. Serve as a key system-wide leader in Surgical Oncology across Penn State Health, supporting the integration of cancer surgery services across multiple hospitals and sites. Qualifications: MD, DO, or equivalent degree Board Certified in General Surgery and completed a fellowship in Complex General Surgical Oncology, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, Breast Surgery, or Endocrine Surgery Ability to acquire a license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania Must be able to obtain valid federal and state narcotics certificates AA record of national distinction in surgical oncology research, education, and clinical excellence Demonstrated success in extramural funding, ideally NIH, and leadership of clinical trials or investigator-initiated research Proven leadership experience in an academic healthcare environment Commitment to fostering diversity, collaboration, and academic growth across the missions of patient care, research, and education

Keywords: Penn State Health, Philadelphia , Division Chief, Surgical Oncology, Science, Research & Development , Hershey, Pennsylvania