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Neuropsychologist, Associate Professor Faculty
Req #: 83268At Moffitt Cancer Center, we strive to be the leader in understanding the complexity of cancer and applying these insights to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Our diverse team of over 9,000 are dedicated to serving our patients and creating a workspace where every individual is recognized and appreciated. For this reason, Moffitt has been recognized on the 2023 Forbes list of America’s Best Large Employers and America’s Best Employers for Women, Computerworld magazine’s list of 100 Best Places to Work in Information Technology, DiversityInc Top Hospitals & Health Systems and continually named one of the Tampa Bay Time’s Top Workplace. Additionally, Moffitt is proud to have earned the prestigious Magnet® designation in recognition of its nursing excellence. Moffitt is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, and the leading cancer hospital in both Florida and the Southeast. We are a top 10 nationally ranked cancer center by Newsweek and have been nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report since 1999.
Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Join our committed team and help shape the future we envision.
Summary
Faculty Position: Neuropsychologist
The Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute in Tampa, FL is seeking a Neuropsychologist at the Assistant or Associate Member level to fill a faculty position in its growing Behavioral Medicine Service, which is part of the Supportive Care Medicine Department. Responsibilities include participating in the outpatient clinic practice primarily providing neuropsychological assessment and treatment of adult cancer patients, as well as participating in the clinical, educational, and research activities of the department. The ideal candidate will have clinical and research experience with working in a medical setting and/or an oncology setting.
The Moffitt Cancer Center is internationally recognized for our focus on personalized cancer care and translational research. With a tradition of excellence that began with the first patient admission in 1986, dedicated Moffitt clinicians, scientists, and staff members have remained committed to excellence in an atmosphere characterized by kindness, caring, and hope.
Requirements:
Applicants must have a Florida psychology license as a Ph.D. or Psy.D. or be license eligible and have completed a pre-doctoral internship and a post-doctoral fellowship in Neuropsychology. Applicants with clinical experience in an oncology setting and research experience in oncology are preferred.
Join our world-class Moffitt Medical Group (MMG) healthcare team which includes over 400 Clinical Faculty.
Receive personal and professional rewards including a comprehensive total compensation and benefits package. In addition, but not limited to:
- Base salary plus yearly incentive.
- Generous relocation allowance.
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) & Professional Development Funds (PDF).
- Promotion/Tenure & advancement opportunities.
- Leadership opportunities.
- Employer paid malpractice insurance.
- In-house wellness programs.
Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, Florida’s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, is a rapidly growing Center affiliated with the University of South Florida. The Cancer Center is comprised of a large ambulatory care facility, a 206-bed hospital, with a 36-bed blood and marrow transplant program, 20 state of the art operating suites, a 30-bed intensive care unit, a high-volume screening program, and a basic science research facility. The Moffitt Research Institute (MRI) is comprised of approximately 160 Principal Investigators, 58 laboratories, and 306,000 square feet of research space.
You will be eligible for benefits offered to our Team Members – Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Retirement, Parental Leave, potential sign on bonus and more. With a move to Tampa, you may be eligible for a generous relocation allowance. Reason to relocate, aside from the sunshine, beaches and year-round outdoor recreation associated with the Gulf Coast of Florida, Tampa is a thriving metropolitan city with unique cultural attractions, low cost of living and a high quality of life. We strive for work/life balance.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Reasonable Accommodation
Freqently Asked Questions
At Moffitt Cancer Center, neuropsychologists blend direct patient care with cutting-edge research, focusing on neuropsychological assessments tailored to adult cancer patients. This dual role supports Tampa's growing oncology community by advancing personalized treatments and contributing to academic knowledge in behavioral medicine.
Achieving an Associate Professor status typically requires a Florida psychology license (Ph.D. or Psy.D.), completion of specialized internships and fellowships in neuropsychology, and proven clinical plus oncology research experience. These credentials ensure leadership in both academic and medical oncology settings.
Neuropsychologists in academic cancer centers must excel in neuro-oncology-specific assessments, interdisciplinary collaboration, research methodology, and teaching. These skills surpass typical clinical duties, emphasizing translational research and faculty responsibilities within comprehensive cancer care.
Yes, faculty members at Moffitt benefit from promotion and tenure tracks, leadership roles, and access to substantial research resources. The center’s focus on translational oncology research offers extensive opportunities for career development within a nationally recognized healthcare environment.
Tampa’s neuropsychology oncology niche is moderately competitive due to the presence of premier institutions like Moffitt Cancer Center. Demand aligns with Florida’s growing healthcare sector, but specialized oncology expertise and academic credentials are highly sought after to stand out.
Moffitt emphasizes a mission-driven environment combining clinical excellence, research innovation, and compassionate cancer care. Neuropsychologists here engage deeply with oncology patients, benefiting from institutional prestige, advanced facilities, and a collaborative academic medical group culture.
Relocating to Tampa presents a blend of affordable living, vibrant cultural scenes, and year-round outdoor activities, enhancing work-life balance. Professionally, Tampa’s expanding medical community and Moffitt’s national cancer center status provide enriching career prospects.
In Tampa, an Associate Professor Neuropsychologist in oncology typically earns between $110,000 and $145,000 annually. Compensation often includes base salary plus incentives and comprehensive benefits, reflecting the specialized skill set and academic responsibilities involved.
Moffitt provides structured support through dedicated time allocation, professional development funds, and interdisciplinary collaboration, enabling neuropsychologist faculty to effectively integrate patient care, cutting-edge research, and educational commitments within a comprehensive cancer care framework.
Faculty may encounter the complexity of neuropsychological assessment in oncology patients, requiring adaptability to diverse clinical presentations and evolving research priorities. Balancing high standards of academic productivity with compassionate care in a leading cancer center also demands exceptional time management.
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