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Cancer Biology – No longer accepting applications

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) welcomes applications for a full-time faculty position to join its NCI-designated Cancer Center in the area of Cancer Biology. The ideal candidate will be a laboratory-based scientist who applies innovative ideas and diverse methodologies to conduct basic and/or translational cancer research in a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment. CSHL welcomes applications from candidates at all career stages, and of all races, ethnicities, abilities, and identities.

Candidates from any area of Cancer Biology, including but are not limited to, immunology, tumor microenvironment, metastasis, cancer genetics/genomics, whole-body pathophysiology, and the molecular basis for cancer, are invited to apply. The successful applicant will hold a doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent) in biology, medicine, or a related field. Research should emphasize mechanistic studies with relevance to one or more cancer types. Competitive applications should describe a clear vision for developing a multidisciplinary and collaborative research program capable of making cancer-related discoveries.

Located on the North Shore of Long Island in New York, CSHL is a world-renowned research and educational institution with cancer, neuroscience, plant biology, genomics, and quantitative biology programs. The successful candidate will join a vibrant and highly collaborative research community composed of scientists committed to research that contributes to a deeper understanding of cancer. CSHL is surrounded by miles of beautiful beaches and hiking trails, top-notch schools, and quaint coastal towns while also being only thirty miles from New York City and all the amenities and attractions therein. CSHL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

The candidate will benefit from all the resources available to Cancer Center members and CSHL faculty, including a supportive mentoring environment, innovative research core facilities, unique opportunities for Cancer Center pilot funding, and access to many scientific seminars, conferences, and courses run through the internationally renowned extramural CSHL Meetings & Courses program. The candidate will have opportunities for collaborations and affiliate appointments with the nearby Northwell Health Cancer Institute, which offers opportunities for collaborative partnerships for translational or clinical studies. In addition, CSHL has a unique and highly ranked graduate school as well as partnerships with nearby Stony Brook University and Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell graduate programs that attract talented students to perform research in Cancer Center labs.

The successful applicant will receive a comprehensive start-up and benefits package that includes initial funding, salary, benefits, and access to an exceptional on-site daycare. CSHL is committed to fostering a diverse work environment that values best practices in mentorship, equity, and inclusion. The successful candidate must commit to working with diverse groups through research, teaching, mentoring, and service.

How to apply

Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a description of your research accomplishments, statement of your future research plans, and a diversity & mentoring proposal via Interfolio at this link: http://apply.interfolio.com/129695. Letters of reference will be requested separately. The diversity & mentoring statement should describe a candidate’s mentoring philosophy, contributions to equity and inclusion in science, and prior training (as applicable) in mentoring, academic management/leadership, and antidiscrimination/antiracism.

Applications will be accepted until November 15th, 2023. Any inquiries regarding the search should be directed to: CSHLcancerfaculty@cshl.edu.


CSHL is an EO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status.