Faculty Position in Cancer Epidemiology

Posting Date: 06/30/2021


Closing Date: 09/30/2021


Job Information/Description:

The Department of Cancer Epidemiology at Moffitt Cancer Center, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center located on the campus of the University of South Florida, Tampa, FL is seeking two (2) faculty members at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Member level. We are particularly interested in individuals with research interest in the breast cancer, colorectal cancer, head and neck cancer, or melanoma, and in individuals conducting research interconnecting with immunology, metabolism, or clinical epidemiology. Strong applicants with research portfolios in other areas relevant to molecular epidemiology and in other cancer types or systems also are encouraged to apply.

The Department currently has 20 faculty members engaged in various high-impact scholarly activities spanning numerous cancer epidemiologic research arenas including chemoprevention, nutrition, immunology, infection oncology, radiomics, screening and early detection, genetics/genomics, and personalized medicine covering a range of tumor types. Local resources for conducting research in cancer epidemiology include the wealth of clinical and scientific expertise across a spectrum of oncology-related disciplines, a large health and research data warehouse of clinical and outcome information on over 400,000 patients, opportunities to integrate into a multi-state affiliate network, and excellent resources in biostatistics and biomedical informatics.

Successful candidates must have PhD or MD and relevant research training and experience. We seek academic researchers who can contribute immediately, as evidenced by a history of peer-reviewed funding and publications.

Academic rank beyond Assistant Member will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Candidates applying at the Associate or Full Member level are expected to have a record of peer-reviewed extramural funding. Candidates applying at the Assistant Member level are expected to have or to show exceptional promise at obtaining peer-reviewed extramural funding. This position is tenure-earning. Moffitt is affiliated with University of South Florida and a University appointment is available as applicable. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, and generous start-up packages.

Tampa should appeal to those who appreciate great beaches, outdoor activities, culture, restaurants, and a low cost of living. Questions regarding the position should be directed to: Jong Park, PhD, MS, MPH, Search Committee Chair, Department of Cancer Epidemiology ([email protected]). Review of applications will begin immediately.

Visit https://moffitt.org/careers/?source=footer and refer to requisition number 38856.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Moffitt is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran or disabled status. Moffitt seeks candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.

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