Cancer Center Director

Infirmary Health | Mobile, Alabama
In partnership with the UAB O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center (NCI-designated)

Position Overview

Infirmary Health, the largest non-governmental health system in Alabama, in collaboration with the UAB O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center, seeks an accomplished physician leader to serve as Cancer Center Director. This is an extraordinary opportunity to lead a regionally dominant oncology program that is both highly integrated and rapidly expanding, while shaping the future of cancer care for nearly two million people across southern Alabama, Mississippi, and the Florida Panhandle.

The Director will build upon Infirmary’s strong foundation—one of the Gulf South’s largest oncology programs—and guide the program into its next era of growth, visibility, and impact. Through a formal affiliation with the UAB O’Neal CCC—one of only 72 NCI-designated centers in the U.S., and the only such center within a four-state radius—patients across the Gulf Coast gain access to world-class cancer care, clinical trials, and academic resources close to home.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Growth

• Lead Infirmary Cancer Care’s continued growth as the preeminent cancer program in the Gulf South.

• Recruit across medical, surgical, and radiation oncology specialties, expanding physician and staff capacity to meet growing demand.

• Oversee the planning and development of a new flagship 100,000 sq. ft. cancer center on the Mobile Infirmary campus.

• Advance Infirmary’s five regional cancer sites across Mobile and Baldwin counties, ensuring consistent quality and access.

Clinical & Program Development

• Champion multidisciplinary, integrated cancer care across medical oncology, surgical oncology, radiation oncology, infusion therapy, and survivorship programs.

• Strengthen clinical trial participation in collaboration with UAB O’Neal CCC, ensuring patients have access to cutting-edge therapies without leaving the region.

• Develop subspecialty programs in malignant hematology, GU/GYN oncology, genetics, palliative care, and thoracic/head & neck oncology.

Collaboration & Partnerships

• Deepen ties with UAB O’Neal CCC, including joint physician recruitment, research integration, and shared quality standards.

• Expand referral networks and cultivate relationships with regional providers to reduce outmigration to out-of-state centers such as MD Anderson and Moffitt.

• Strengthen community education, screening, and prevention initiatives to reduce cancer disparities in the Gulf Coast population.

Research, Quality & Accreditation

• Expand ICC’s clinical trials portfolio—already among the largest in the region—leveraging the UAB partnership to broaden eligibility and accruals.

• Lead accreditation efforts, including the Commission on Cancer and disease-specific accreditations (e.g., NAPBC for breast cancer).

• Ensure the delivery of measurable, value-based outcomes and continuous improvement in patient experience.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• M.D., D.O., or equivalent degree; board certification in a cancer-related specialty (medical oncology preferred, though surgical and radiation oncologists with leadership experience will be considered).

• Proven record of oncology program leadership, preferably in a hybrid community-academic environment.

• Demonstrated success in physician recruitment, clinical integration, and strategic growth.

• Strong collaborator with the ability to bridge academic and community oncology cultures.

• Commitment to patient-centered care, health equity, and advancing cancer research.

About Infirmary Health

Infirmary Health is the largest non-governmental, not-for-profit healthcare system in Alabama. Serving the central Gulf Coast region, it is widely recognized for delivering compassionate, high-quality care to more than 1.4 million patients annually across its expansive network. The system includes four acute care hospitals, a full range of outpatient clinics, diagnostic centers, rehabilitation services, and a robust medical group encompassing more than 60 physician practices. With a mission to treat the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—Infirmary Health remains committed to innovation, community engagement, and clinical excellence. The organization has been consistently recognized for its patient outcomes, safety, and patient satisfaction, and is home to one of the most advanced cancer care programs in the Gulf South.

University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)

Infirmary Health proudly partners with the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center, one of only 56 NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the nation. This strategic affiliation provides access to leading-edge research, clinical trials, academic collaboration, and best practices in oncology care, ensuring that patients across the Gulf Coast region receive world-class treatment close to home. The relationship with UAB enhances Infirmary Health’s ability to align with national standards, advance translational research, and offer an expanded range of cancer services that are both evidence-based and patient-centered.

Infirmary Cancer Care (ICC)

Infirmary Cancer Care (ICC) serves as the comprehensive oncology institute of Infirmary Health, encompassing the full continuum of cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, research, and survivorship. ICC offers integrated services in medical oncology, hematology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, infusion therapy, palliative care, and support programs. The institute is committed to delivering high-value care by combining clinical innovation with personalized service, ensuring that every patient receives the right treatment at the right time in the right setting. The institute also leads the system’s cancer screening and population health initiatives, making it a pillar of proactive, community-focused cancer care in the region.

Infirmary Health Department of Oncology

The Department of Oncology at Infirmary Health is a multidisciplinary division that spans across the system’s hospitals and outpatient clinics, ensuring seamless cancer care delivery. The department includes expert teams in medical, surgical, and radiation oncology, supported by specialists in pathology, radiology, pharmacy, genetics, palliative care, and clinical research. The department works in tandem with the UAB O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center and actively participates in clinical trial programs, quality initiatives, and community outreach. It is committed to advancing cancer science while delivering patient-first, evidence-based treatment to diverse populations across Alabama and the Gulf Coast.

Infirmary Cancer Center

The Infirmary Cancer Center is a state-of-the-art facility designed to centralize and elevate the region’s oncology services. The center is equipped with cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment technologies, patient-focused amenities, and specialized clinics that enhance access to comprehensive care. With a strong focus on multidisciplinary collaboration, care coordination, and research integration, the center supports all major cancer types and offers robust survivorship and support programs. The Cancer Center is also the home base for the system’s screening, prevention, and community education efforts, playing a critical role in reducing cancer disparities in the region.

About Mobile, Alabama

Located on the stunning Gulf Coast, Mobile, Alabama is a vibrant, historic city known for its southern charm, cultural richness, and natural beauty. As one of the oldest cities in the United States, Mobile boasts a lively downtown, diverse arts and culinary scenes, and deep maritime traditions. With easy access to the beaches of Gulf Shores, rich cultural institutions, and year-round outdoor activities, Mobile offers an exceptional quality of life for individuals and families alike. The region enjoys a low cost of living, strong public and private schools, and a welcoming, community-oriented lifestyle. As a medical hub in the region, Mobile also supports robust academic and clinical collaborations, making it an ideal place for a healthcare leader to thrive professionally and personally.

How To Apply

Infirmary Health has retained the services of Academic Med to assist with this strategically important search. The search for this esteemed position is being conducted by Academic Med Principals, Gentry Zacheis & Jim Hagood. Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae and a cover letter to Jim Hagood, Managing Principal, at ji*@**********ed.com. All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be handled with confidentiality.

EEO/AA Statement

Infirmary Health System complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. Infirmary Health System does not exclude people or treat them less favorably because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.