Director Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) & Cellular Therapeutics (Associate Professor/Professor Hem/Onc

Company/Institution:	Humantiq
Location:	New Orleans, LA, USA
Degree Requirements:	MD	Salary:	$300,000 or above
Job Type:	Faculty, Patient Care, Research, Academic/Administrative	Posted:	May 19, 2025
Job Setting:	Medical School, Hospital/Clinical Facility	Application Period:	May 19, 2025-May 19, 2026

The Director BMT & Cellular Therapeutics position offers a unique opportunity to lead and develop clinical and research programs within a collaborative and innovative environment. The program is supported by state-of-the-art facilities, a dedicated team of professionals, and the diverse patient population of the surrounding region.

At the Cancer Center, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a team committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research. They offer a collegial environment that values creativity, collaboration, and innovation, and are passionate about advancing the field of malignant hematology. The expanding program provides a fertile ground for developing new therapies, conducting groundbreaking research, and fostering a culture of academic excellence.

They are particularly excited about the potential for growth and impact that this new position will bring, and believe that your expertise and vision could play a pivotal role in their success. We would welcome the opportunity to discuss this further and explore how we can support your career aspirations while advancing a shared mission of improving patient outcomes through exceptional care and cutting-edge treatments.

Position Summary

The Department of Medicine is seeking a highly qualified hematologist-oncologist to serve as the Director of the Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) & Cellular Therapeutics Program within the Section of Hematology/Oncology. The successful candidate will lead the BMT & Cellular Therapeutics program, ensuring excellence in clinical care, research, education, and program accreditation.

This position is ideal for an ABIM-certified (or eligible) hematologist-oncologist with experience in hematologic malignancies, blood and marrow transplantation, and cellular immunotherapy. The candidate should have a demonstrated interest in clinical trial development, translational research, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Oversee all aspects of BMT & Cellular Therapeutics, including clinical operations, research initiatives, education, and accreditation compliance.
• Clinical Care: Provide exceptional patient care in hematologic malignancies, hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (autologous/allogeneic), and CAR-T/cellular therapies.
• Research & Clinical Trials: Develop and lead investigator-initiated and collaborative clinical trials supported by the Cancer Center’s Clinical Trials Office. Work closely with laboratory scientists to advance translational research.
• Regulatory & Accreditation Compliance: Ensure adherence to FACT Standards, FDA regulations, and other relevant policies.
• Administrative Leadership: Manage financial, operational, and human resources for program growth and sustainability.
• Education & Mentorship: Train and mentor fellows, residents, and medical/graduate students in hematologic malignancies, transplantation, and cellular therapeutics.
• Institutional Collaboration: Engage with the Cancer Center leadership and the broader university community.

Qualifications

Required:

• MD, DO, or foreign equivalent.
• BE/BC in Hematology and/or Medical Oncology.
• Eligible for a Louisiana medical license.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical use of cellular therapy products and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.
• Experience in developing and conducting clinical trials.

Preferred:

• Expertise in clinical development of stem cell transplantation/cellular therapies.
• Leadership experience in BMT and/or Cellular Therapy programs.
• A strong record of peer-reviewed publications and clinical research contributions.

Research & Innovation

·      Drive clinical and translational research in stem cell transplantation, immunotherapy, and regenerative medicine

·      Collaborate with institutional and national partners on clinical trials and grant-funded projects

·      Encourage faculty and fellows to engage in research, publications, and presentations at national and international conferences

How to Apply

Please direct all confidential inquiries to:

Robert J. Skoglund

Administrator - Executive Search

Humantiq Search

(949) 441-8619

rskoglund@humantiqsearch.com

Contact Information

Robert Skoglund
.
., LA . USA
rskoglund@humantiqsearch.com

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