Faculty Position in Cancer Biology
Tenure-track assistant professor position in cancer biology and data science at Huntsman Cancer Institute.
Best for:Best for accomplished early-career researchers with a strong publication record in cancer biology or computational oncology seeking a tenure-track academic role.
Overview
The Department of Oncological Sciences and Huntsman Cancer Institute invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level. The appointee will lead an innovative, independent research program focusing on cancer biology, tumor microenvironment, metastasis, or related oncological disciplines. Candidates are expected to leverage modern experimental models, genomics, or data science approaches to address fundamental questions in cancer. The Institute provides state-of-the-art facilities, extensive core resources, and a highly collaborative NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center environment.
What you'll do
- Develop and maintain an independent, extramurally funded research program focused on cancer biology and related areas
- Contribute to the teaching and mentoring missions of the Department of Oncological Sciences
- Collaborate with faculty across Huntsman Cancer Institute to advance translational and basic cancer research
- Publish high-impact scientific findings in peer-reviewed journals
- Participate in departmental service, committees, and academic governance
Requirements
Degree required: PhD or MD/PhD (or equivalent)
Language: English proficiency for teaching and research
Instruction: English
Publications: Track record of impactful publications demonstrating research productivity
- Extensive research experience in cancer biology or a closely related field
- Demonstrated record of research productivity and high-impact publications
- Experience in applying modern research approaches such as genomics, data science, or genetically engineered models
- Potential to secure independent extramural research funding
- Applicants must hold a PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent terminal degree
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-05
Submit a comprehensive curriculum vitae, a cover letter detailing scientific accomplishments and leadership experience along with 3 references, and a 3-page research plan through the application portal.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Research statement
- 3 reference contacts
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