Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Cancer Research
Establish an independent research program at Rutgers Cancer Institute, an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Best for:Best for established researchers with a PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in cancer-related fields, seeking to lead independent research programs in translational or fundamental cancer science.
Overview
Rutgers Cancer Institute, located in New Brunswick, New Jersey, invites applications for open-rank tenure-track faculty positions in cancer research. This role is designed for exceptional scientists seeking to develop innovative, externally funded research programs addressing critical questions across cancer biology, metabolism, immunology, genomics, pharmacology, and prevention. Successful candidates will contribute to a collaborative environment, align with institute research programs, and demonstrate potential to secure peer-reviewed funding. The position offers competitive startup packages, laboratory space, and access to state-of-the-art core facilities. Applicants must have a PhD, MD, or MD/PhD and a strong record of scientific achievement.
What you'll do
- Establish and lead an independent, innovative research program addressing key questions in cancer research.
- Develop and secure externally funded research projects to support the program’s sustainability and growth.
- Collaborate with faculty across Rutgers and Princeton University to foster interdisciplinary and translational approaches.
- Contribute to the institute’s mission by advancing discoveries in cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.
- Mentor students, postdoctoral researchers, and junior faculty to promote scientific excellence and career development.
- Utilize state-of-the-art shared resources and core facilities available at Rutgers Cancer Institute.
- Publish findings in high-impact journals and present research at national and international conferences.
- Engage in community outreach and education to promote cancer health equity and public awareness.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g., Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Genetics, or related fields) with completed postdoctoral or equivalent research training.
Language: English proficiency (required for communication and collaboration in an academic setting)
Instruction: English
Publications: A strong record of scientific achievement, including peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals.
- Strong record of scientific achievement in cancer research or a related field.
- Demonstrated ability or potential to secure peer-reviewed funding for research projects.
- Experience in designing and executing independent research programs.
- Collaborative mindset with a track record of interdisciplinary teamwork.
- Proficiency in advanced laboratory techniques relevant to cancer research.
- Experience in mentoring and supervising research teams.
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions mentioned, but must meet Rutgers University’s employment eligibility requirements.
- No age restrictions mentioned.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Applicants should submit a CV, a research statement, a cover letter detailing how their work aligns with the Rutgers Cancer Institute’s mission, and list three references with contact information. Alternatively, reference letters can be uploaded.
- CV
- Research statement
- Cover letter
- List of 3 references with contact information or uploaded reference letters
Contact
Not specified· Hiring Committee
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