Assistant Professor of Immunology - Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard Medical School

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Boston, MA

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About The Position

The Department of Cancer Immunology & Virology at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Department of Immunology at Harvard Medical School invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. We are particularly interested in candidates with demonstrated potential for creativity and excellence who investigate the fields of cancer immunology and immunotherapy, with the long-term goal of developing novel approaches for the treatment of cancer. Located in Boston, the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute together with Harvard Medical School brings together innovative scientists, world-renowned clinicians, and dedicated professionals as allies in the common mission of conquering cancer. The Department of Cancer Immunology and Virology focuses on cutting-edge research on the role of the immune system in cancer, including the development of novel therapeutics. Members of the department actively engage in collaborations with translational and clinical investigators to translate basic discoveries into clinical advances. The Department of Immunology at HMS studies basic immunological mechanisms and their relevance to human diseases. Membership in both departments thus opens many opportunities for exciting collaborations. Both departments are actively engaged with the Graduate Program in Immunology, which includes a diverse community of HMS and affiliated immunologists with expertise in many facets of this dynamic field. Faculty may interact with the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard to develop collaborations using cutting-edge technologies in genetics, genomics, and single-cell biology.

Requirements

• Candidates must have an M.D., Ph.D., or M.D./Ph.D.
• Demonstrated potential for creativity and excellence in cancer immunology and immunotherapy.
• Research experience, training, and achievements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in teaching medical students, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows.
• A strong publication record in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• The academic appointment will be in the Department of Immunology at Harvard Medical School.
• Provide mentoring and closely interact with HMS scientists.
• Access core resources.
• Participate in the teaching activities of Harvard Medical School for medical students, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows.
• Engage in research activities and collaborations with basic and translational investigators.

Benefits

• Attractive start-up package.
• Outstanding opportunities for collaboration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees