Executive Search Firm for the Leading Cancer Centers Academic Med partners with NCI-Designated Cancer Centers across the U.S. to recruit top-tier physicians, scientists and leaders. We lead nationwide recruitment efforts for a wide array of positions that range from medical oncologists specializing in Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancer, to hematologists specializing in lymphoma, to physician-scientists leading phase 1 clinical trials. We also help cancer centers to recruit leaders and build teams around the most cutting edge cancer treatments that include BMT and cancer immunotherapy programs.
30 Years of Combined Physician Recruitment Experience
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Client Organizations Served
Client Organizations We've Served
Since 2012, Academic Med has been proud to serve over 100 clients, encompassing top academic medical centers, hospitals, and health systems, to fulfill their physician recruitment and executive search needs.
Client Organizations We've Served
Academic Med is proud to have successfully served the following Client Organizations for their strategically important executive search and physician recruitment needs.
Featured Leadership Placement
At Academic Med, we take pride in our track record of recruiting top-tier physicians and executive leaders across the healthcare industry and academic medical centers.
Mission + Vision
Dr. Sid Devarakonda
New Director of Thoracic Oncology at Swedish Cancer Institute
NIH-Funded Leader in Thoracic Oncology, Pioneering Genomic Profiling and Clinical Trials.
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Objective
The Swedish Cancer Institute (SCI) aimed to recruit a leader to build its thoracic oncology program and advance early-phase clinical trials, focusing on novel therapeutics for lung cancer treatment.
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Challenge
SCI needed an academically oriented physician-scientist with proven leadership in a competitive market, where only a few qualified prospects fit the rigorous demands of the role.
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Outcome & Key Metrics
Dr. Sid Devarakonda, NIH-funded physician-scientist, was recruited to lead SCI’s Thoracic Oncology Program. His expertise in genomic profiling and NSCLC clinical trials fulfilled SCI’s need for an academic leader.
Recruit Cancer Physicians and Leaders Today
We connect you to oncology executives with clinical research expertise and cancer care leadership.Why Partner with Us?
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Advancing Precision Programs: We connect you with executives leading personalized treatments like genomic profiling for NSCLC, breast cancer, and melanoma, driving innovative breakthroughs in cancer care.
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Driving Clinical Trial Innovation: Our candidates excel in managing clinical trials for various cancers, including breast, pancreatic, and prostate cancers, advancing new treatment options and improving outcomes.
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Hire Cancer Physicians and Leaders: We recruit experts in all cancer related specialties including, surgical oncology, radiation oncology, medical oncology and hematology, connecting your institution with leaders who drive innovation in highly specialized and emerging cancer care areas.
Recruit Top Talent for Your Cancer Center
Partner with us to recruit the elite talent your healthcare institution needs to thrive.
Healthcare Executive Search
Academic Med connects healthcare institutions with leaders in roles such as Chiefs, Chairs, and Directors. We specialize in placing executives who excel in clinical leadership and departmental management, driving both operational success and academic growth.
Recruitment of Academic Physicians and Healthcare Providers
Academic Med specializes in connecting healthcare institutions with academic physicians and clinical leaders who excel in advancing patient care and medical education. We place professionals in key roles such as Deans, Vice Deans, and Directors, ensuring clinical leadership that drives innovation and excellence within academic medical centers.
Recruit NIH Funded Physicians and Scientists
Academic Med specializes in recruiting NIH-funded physicians and scientists who lead groundbreaking clinical research and trials. We place professionals in roles such as Medical Directors and Program Leaders, ensuring expertise in managing complex trials, advancing therapeutic development, and integrating research into clinical practice to improve patient outcomes.
Strategic Recruitment and Cluster Hire
Academic Med’s expertise in cluster hiring enables institutions like Augusta University to expand their research capabilities rapidly. We drive recruitment efforts across specialized fields such as Neuroscience, Bioinformatics, and Precision Medicine. Engage with us to strategically build research teams that can address complex challenges like aging and chronic diseases through innovative collaboration.Physicians & Scientists for Every Specialty
Do you need to recruit a cardiologist, oncologist, or neurosurgeon? Our team specializes in finding the perfect physicians and scientists for your healthcare needs.
Surgery
Internal Medicine
Dentistry Surgery
Emergency Medicine
Family Medicine
Neurosurgery
Pediatrics
Cancer
Cardiovascular Surgery
Radiology
Plastic Surgery
Preventive Medicine
Dentistry Surgery
Emergency Medicine
Family Medicine
Neurology
Pediatrics
Cancer
Cardiology
Radiology
Successful Physician Placements And Executive Searches
Data-Driven Recruitment Process
Step 1
Exploratory Dialogue
Identify Candidate's Needs
We speak with the candidate to gain an in-depth understanding of candidate’s needs, their ideal position, areas of expertise, location preferences, and other relevant information
Research Clients
Academic Med’s original research is conducted by a team of search consultants and is refined to accommodate the candidate at hand.
Strategize
Based on our research and industry knowledge, we develop the search specifications and strategy by which we produce results. A tailored, individual strategy is developed and implemented for each search
Step 2
Assess & Match
Assess
An assigned team of search consultants will work with you from the beginning of the process to assess and evaluate your needs in relation to various programs and organizations.
Candidate Discussions
We conduct discussions to review the candidate’s background and gain a deeper understanding of their objectives, knowledge, and skills. With this knowledge and background information, we work to present only the most relevant opportunities to the candidate with one end goal in mind: a successful pairing of client and candidate.
Match
Our team utilizes a wealth of experience and market knowledge to effectively present opportunities that are relevant for your consideration
Step 3
Introduce & Facilitate
Introduce
We compile client background information along with extensive notes from the meetings and discussions to provide the candidate with a multi-faceted understanding of each relevant client
Facilitate Interviews
We will facilitate and coordinate the phone discussions between candidate and client, as well as onsite interviews. Additionally, our team prepares both candidate and client to allow for the most fruitful dialogue and face-to-face interaction. Following the interviews, our team gathers feedback from both sides to gauge level of interest and determine the most appropriate next steps
Step 4
Successful Placement
Reference Checks
Upon client request, the search team will conduct reference checks as the final stage of the screening process.
Offer and Effectuate
We act as a liaison during the offer and negotiation process, ensuring a mutually beneficial agreement between candidate and client. Once the offer is accepted, we facilitate a smooth transition for both parties and seek feedback to ensure we deliver the highest caliber of service.
Professional Advisor
We serve as a trusted advisor and the premier professional resource throughout the careers of clinicians, surgeons, and scientists alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
What services does Academic Med provide?
We are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly qualified candidates, covering a wide spectrum of experience and responsibilities. Our firm stands as a top-tier professional resource for clinicians, scientists, and surgeons across all medical disciplines. Our approach entails strategic and consultative physician recruitment solutions, ensuring each search is comprehensive and effective through stages of exploratory dialogue, assessment and matching, introduction and facilitation, to successful placement.
What types of searches does Academic Med specialize in?
Our expertise spans a variety of search categories including positions like Assistant Professor of Neurology, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Chair of the Department of Pediatrics, Dean of the College of Medicine, and CEO of Health Systems among others.
Who are the typical clients Academic Med works with?
Our clientele is diverse, encompassing sectors of Academic Medicine, Higher Education, Priva-Demic Health Systems, Specialized Medical Institutes/Centers, and Biomedical Research. We collaborate with a broad array of academic medical centers, hospitals, health systems, physician groups, and other healthcare enterprises nationwide.
What types of candidates does Academic Med aim to attract and retain?
We seek to engage with candidates such as Physicians, Scientists, Nurses, Allied Health professionals, Epidemiologists & Data Scientists, and Executives, ensuring a rich spectrum of experience and responsibility is represented in our candidate pool.
What areas of expertise does Academic Med cover in recruitment?
Our recruitment expertise is both broad and deep, covering a range of Departments and Areas including Plastic Surgery, Preventive Medicine, Dentistry Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Neurosciences, Pediatrics, Cancer, Cardiovascular, and Radiology among others.
How can I get in touch for further inquiries or to begin a recruitment process?
For further inquiries or to kick-start a recruitment process, feel free to fill out the inquiry form on our Contact Us page. Alternatively, you can reach out directly via:
- Principal Office Address: 6900 Dallas Parkway, Suite 300, Plano, Texas 75024
- Phone: 214.730.0735
- Fax: 214.382.9402
- Email: info@academic-med.com
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