Cancer Research Scientist, Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, Cancer Center, Researcher

Description

Under the leadership of a new Director, SBCC is entering a phase of significant growth and leadership in the field.  Stony Brook Cancer Center (SBCC) is seeking applicants at the Assistant, Associate or Professor levels in the areas of basic and/or translational research.  The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic growth environment, can engage across disciplines and is focused on making an impact.  Candidates whose expertise synergizes with priority areas are of particular interest.  The following three programs within the cancer center represent areas of strength: 1. Oncogenic Drivers and Mechanisms of Carcinogenesis; 2. Lipid Signaling and Metabolism in Cancer; 3. Imaging, Biomarker Discovery and Engineering Sciences.  Overarching themes across programs include Population Sciences and in Community Outreach and Engagement.

The successful candidate will be expected to collaboratively work toward building research excellence, with the goals of increasing knowledge in a transformative manner and improving outcomes for those with or at risk for cancer.  This includes fostering growth and enhancing the external peer-reviewed cancer research in the Cancer Center.  Applicants must be an accomplished scientist in cancer research, have track record in extramurally funded research and have a record of mentorship, all commensurate with rank.  The successful candidate should hold a PhD, MD, MD/PhD or equivalent. 

For more information on Stony Brook Cancer Center Research visit https://cancer.stonybrookmedicine.edu/CancerResearch/Programs.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
PhD, MD, MD/PhD (or foreign equivalent) degree, independent cancer research program and current externally funded grant awards focused on cancer research.  High impact publication record with current activity.  Research focus that demonstrates ability to collaborate and highlight current Stony Brook Cancer Center Research Programs.

Preferred Qualifications:
Teaching, mentorship across cancer center training continuum.

Application Instructions

All application materials must be submitted online.  Please use the Apply Now button to begin your application.  For technical support, please visit Interfolio's Support Site (https://support.interfolio.com/) or reach out to their Scholar Service Team at help@interfolio.com or (877) 997-8807. 

For questions regarding this position, please contact Christine Linneman at christine.linneman@stonybrookmedicine.edu.

Special Notes
Tenure/Non-Tenure Track position.  FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA.  To qualify for tenure and/or a senior faculty appointment, the candidate must meet the criteria established by the School of Medicine (School of Medicine's Criteria for Appointment, Promotion and Tenure).

Anticipated Start Date:  As soon as possible.

Campus Description
Long Island's premier academic medical center, Stony Brook Medicine, represents Stony Brook University's entire medical enterprise and integrates all of Stony Brook's health-related initiatives:  education, research and patient care.  It encompasses Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children's Hospital, the five Health Sciences schools -- Dental Medicine, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing and Social Welfare -- as well as the major centers and institutes, programs and more than 50 community-based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County.  With 624 beds, Stony Brook University Hospital serves as Suffolk County's only tertiary care center and Regional Trauma Center.  Stony Brook Children's, with more than 180 pediatric specialists in 30 specialties, offers the most advanced pediatric specialty care in