Tenure Track Faculty Position in Cancer Biology

The University at Albany invites scientists with demonstrated potential for excellence in cancer research to apply for a tenure track faculty position in the Gen*NY*Sis Center for Excellence in Cancer Genomics (http://www.albany.edu/cancergenomics/). Successful applicants will be housed in the new 120,000 sq. ft. Cancer Research Center which is part of the University´s $150,000,000 expansion in the Life Sciences and which offers fully staffed, state-of-the-art core facilities in genomics, proteomics, bioinformatics, microarray, flow cytometry, imaging, and cell culture and transgenesis. The successful applicant will join a group of exceptional investigators studying various aspects of cancer genomics. Startup package, salary, and benefits are highly competitive.

The position is open to candidates in all areas of cancer biology with a preference for researchers in environmental carcinogenesis. Researchers using systems biology approaches to their research are especially encouraged to apply. Academic appointment will be in the Department of Biomedical Sciences or the Department of Environmental Health Sciences, of the University´s School of Public Health (http://www.albany.edu/sph/). Both Departments are closely associated with the Wadsworth Center, the research-intensive laboratory of the New York State Department of Health. Scientists in the School of Public Health and the Wadsworth Center study public health issues, from drug resistance to emerging infections and environmental toxicants. They also investigate basic biological processes that contribute to human health and disease. The Albany area also has several other institutions with strong research programs related to cancer genomics including Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Albany Medical College, the Pharmaceutical Research Institute, and the Ordway Research Institute and thus, there is outstanding potential for research collaborations.

As the capital city of New York State, Albany provides outstanding cultural and recreational opportunities. It maintains a vibrant small-city life style while being within easy commute (3 hours) to major metropolitan centers including New York City, Boston and Montreal.

Applicants must submit, via email, a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, and the names and addresses of three or more references. These positions require a Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent degree in Biological, Biomedical, or Life Sciences from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization. Applicants must address in their applications their abilities to work with and instruct a culturally diverse population.

Interested individuals should submit materials to:

Lynda Peckowitz
University at Albany
One Discovery Drive, Executive Suite 304
Rensselaer, NY 12144-3456
E-mail: cancer@albany.edu

The University at Albany is an AA/EO/IRCA/ADA employer.