Cancer Immunology Scientist

Emory University • Atlanta, GA

4h • Hybrid

About The Position

Emory University School of Medicine and the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia seek tenure-eligible faculty members with expertise in innate immunity and cancer immunology. Outstanding candidates will be considered at the ranks of Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor. Research in the department encompasses a wide range of mechanistic studies aimed at advancing our understanding of how innate immune pathways shape tumor biology, host responses, and therapeutic outcomes. The position will be open to basic, translational and physician scientists with active laboratory research programs. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, Natural Killer (NK) cell biology, dendritic cell (DC) development and antigen presentation, myeloid-driven immune regulation including myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSC) and macrophage heterogeneity, innate lymphoid cells, innate sensing of stress and metabolic cues, interactions between innate immune cells and the tumor or stromal microenvironment, and innovative microbial, metabolic, engineering, multi-omic, or spatial approaches that reveal new mechanisms of innate tumor immunity. The ideal candidate will support graduate medical education and interface with the translational/clinical research missions that occur at Winship. The Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology has a fast-growing faculty with professional practices at multiple locations in metro Atlanta. Emory seeks candidates who will collaborate successfully across disciplines to conduct impactful, clinically-relevant research to complement the high-quality care for which the Winship Cancer Institute and Emory Healthcare are known. Faculty in HMO contribute to Emory’s broader research mission through participation in initiatives such as the Winship Cancer Institute (an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center), and have opportunity for meaningful interactions with the Lowance Center for Human Immunology, the Emory Vaccine Center, and cross-cutting immunology and cancer programs throughout the School of Medicine. There are extensive opportunities for synergy within Emory and across nearby partner institutions including the Georgia Institute of Technology, the Emory National Primate Research Center, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Faculty members have access to state-of-the-art shared resources and core laboratories for immunology, cancer biology, and translational science, including advanced multi-spectral flow cytometry, single-cell and spatial profiling technologies, imaging facilities, and Emory’s Integrated Core Facilities and a robust shared resource infrastructure at Winship.

Requirements

• PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree.
• Postdoctoral or clinical fellowship experience relevant to innate immunity, immunology, cancer biology, or closely related fields.
• Record of scientific productivity appropriate to rank as indicated by primary research publications.
• Evidence of current or potential future extramural funding.
• Synergy with existing research strengths in the department and across the university.
• A clear, compelling vision for future research.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in innate immunity and cancer immunology.
• Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, Natural Killer (NK) cell biology, dendritic cell (DC) development and antigen presentation, myeloid-driven immune regulation including myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSC) and macrophage heterogeneity, innate lymphoid cells, innate sensing of stress and metabolic cues, interactions between innate immune cells and the tumor or stromal microenvironment, and innovative microbial, metabolic, engineering, multi-omic, or spatial approaches that reveal new mechanisms of innate tumor immunity.
• Applicants whose work may complement Emory’s AI.Humanity Initiative are encouraged to describe potential alignment.

Responsibilities

• Build a dynamic, independent research program focused on innate immune mechanisms that influence human cancer and its treatment.
• Support graduate medical education.
• Interface with the translational/clinical research missions that occur at Winship.
• Collaborate successfully across disciplines to conduct impactful, clinically-relevant research.

Benefits

• Tenure-eligible faculty position
• Access to state-of-the-art shared resources and core laboratories for immunology, cancer biology, and translational science, including advanced multi-spectral flow cytometry, single-cell and spatial profiling technologies, imaging facilities, and Emory’s Integrated Core Facilities and a robust shared resource infrastructure at Winship.
• Opportunity for meaningful interactions with the Lowance Center for Human Immunology, the Emory Vaccine Center, and cross-cutting immunology and cancer programs throughout the School of Medicine.
• Extensive opportunities for synergy within Emory and across nearby partner institutions including the Georgia Institute of Technology, the Emory National Primate Research Center, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree