Career

Whether you're a trainee or seasoned oncology professional, there are always new developments in the field to keep you on your toes. ASCO Connection has interviews and articles by industry professionals that can help you find a new job in the field, apply for funding, and achieve your career goals.

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Global Oncology as a Real Academic Career Path: An Idea Whose Time Has Come
Oct 16, 2018
My experiences inspired my journey to the United States with only one goal in mind—to be an oncologist and improve cancer care in my home country.
A discussion in the Women’s Networking Center at the 2018 ASCO Annual Meeting.
Create the Oncology Career You Want With ASCO’s Professional Development Portfolio
Sep 10, 2018
ASCO is committed to empowering its members to reach their career goals by providing career development, mentoring, and leadership opportunities.
Dr. Alameddine, Dr. Lopes, and Dr. Bergerot
ASCO Journals Editorial Fellowship: Equipping Oncologists to Raise the Quality of Published Research on a Global Scale
Sep 10, 2018
The ASCO Journals Editorial Fellowship provides a clear introductory path for early-career oncologists to learn the fine points of the complex editorial process and develop the skills to be future leaders in scientific publishing.
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The Odyssey of an Immigrant Oncologist
Sep 10, 2018
Other than navigating the nuances of immigration—such as acquiring a Social Security number, getting a bank account,  challenges due to the lack of an established credit history, and more—IMGs face unique cultural hurdles as they start residency training.
Dr. Karen M. Winkfield
How I Became a Radiation Oncologist and Advocate for Health Equity
Jul 18, 2018
Karen M. Winkfield, MD, PhD, has been an associate professor of radiation oncology at Wake Forest Baptist Comprehensive Cancer Center, where she also serves as associate director of the Comprehensive Cancer Center and director of the Office of Cancer Health Equity.
Dr. Javier Munoz
How I Became Involved in CAR T-Cell Therapy Research
May 21, 2018
Dr. Javier L. Munoz is an adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Lymphoma/Myeloma, caring for patients with lymphoma at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Gilbert, AZ.
Dr. Joseph R. Bertino leads a discussion in the Trainee & Early-Career Oncologist Member Lounge in 2017
Thriving at Your First ASCO Annual Meeting
Apr 25, 2018
Attending the premier cancer conference for the first time and don't know where to start? Check out these tips. 
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Yvonne G. Lin, MD, MS
How I Became a Gynecologic Oncologist and Medical Director in Oncology Product Development
Apr 13, 2018
In the latest addition to ASCO Connection's series on career paths in oncology, Yvonne G. Lin, MD, MS, discusses her career choices, typical work day, and favorite parts of working as a gynecological oncologist and medical director in product development. 
Tatiana M. Prowell, MD
How I Became an Academic Oncologist and FDA Medical Officer and Scientific Liaison
Feb 26, 2018
In the second article in a series about oncology's career paths, the ASCO Connection interviews Tatiana M. Prowell, MD, who has held a hybrid government/academic appointment since 2006.
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Oncology Training Resources Available Worldwide
Jan 12, 2018
ASCO supports medical oncology training programs, training program directors, and trainees around the world through a variety of programs, many of which are available at no cost.

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