The Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center (SKCC) at Jefferson Health in Philadelphia, PA is excited to announce new basic science faculty positions. We are particularly interested in investigators (PhD, MD, or MD/PhD) with research expertise in the following areas:
Tumor immunology
Precision oncology
Aging and cancer
Metastasis and the tumor microenvironment
Preference will be given to investigators focused on SKCC catchment area priorities including lung cancer, pancreatic cancer, prostate cancer, and hematologic malignancies.
The Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center (SKCC) is an NCI-designated consortium cancer center that includes researchers from Thomas Jefferson University and Drexel University. SKCC strongly encourages translation and trans-disciplinary science. Modern facilities include cryo-EM, single cell sequencing and spatial transcriptomics. Further details can be found at: http://sidneykimelcancercenter.jeffersonhealth.org/research.html
Recruited faculty will be provided generous start-up funds, a competitive salary, and a tenure-track appointment in an appropriate department of the Sidney Kimmel Medical College.
The SKCC is located in the heart of Philadelphia, that serves as a hub for academic medicine, biotech and pharma, and has a vibrant cultural scene. Jefferson values diversity and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, disabled individuals, and veterans. Jefferson seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community engagement has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.
Qualified applicants should also submit a single PDF file to FacultyRecruitment@jefferson.edu containing a C.V., contact information for three references, a 2 page research statement, and a statement of contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (1 page). For the latter statement, please outline your skills, experience, and perspective regarding your contributions to advance institutional diversity, equity, and inclusion goals. Applications will be reviewed starting September 1st, 2023.
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