Tumor Immunology - Tenure Track (Assistant Professor Rank

Position: Tumor Immunology - Tenure Track (Assistant Professor Rank)
Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Tumor Immunology - Tenure Track (Assistant Professor Rank) Department Cancer Institute of New Jersey Salary Details A minimum salary of $134,085 for Assistant Professor. The final base salary for this faculty appointment will be determined by the Department and School in accordance with institutional policies and practices. Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

* Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

* Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs

* Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options

* Employee and dependent educational benefits

* Life insurance coverage

* Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Posting Summary

Rutgers Cancer Institute invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor faculty position with a research focus in tumor immunology including cancer immunotherapy, immunometabolism, CAR-T therapy, checkpoint blockade, T cell biology, tumor antigens, tumor immune evasion, and viral and non-viral gene transfer and gene editing. The successful candidate will join a team of researchers and clinicians as a member of the Cancer Immunology and Metabolism Center of Excellence (CIMCoE), co-directed by Drs.

Christian Hinrichs and Eileen White. The CIMCoE is built on existing strengths in cancer metabolism and immunological research in partnership with Princeton University and clinical translation through our robust CAR-T and TCR-T cell therapy program with onsite GMP manufacturing and first-in-human clinical trials. The research program is based on an iterative bench-to-bedside strategy of investigator-initiated research in which laboratory discovery drives clinical trials, and clinical trials drive laboratory research.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a developing world class cancer immunology and immunotherapy program and a cellular therapy center of excellence. Attractive laboratory packages exist for qualified candidates.

New faculty are expected to establish an innovative, independent, and collaborative research program addressing important, fundamental questions in the area of tumor immunology. Interdisciplinary and translational approaches are encouraged that establish collaborations with Rutgers Cancer Institute consortium faculty. Investigators should have a record of peer reviewed funding and publications in cancer immunology. All candidates must have a Ph.D. and/or M.D., or equivalent graduate degree, and outstanding academic credentials.

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Position Status Full Time Posting Number 26FA0084 Posting Open Date 02/02/2026 Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

* Ph.D. and/or M.D., or equivalent graduate degree

* Record of peer reviewed funding and publications in cancer immunology

* Outstanding academic credentials.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview

RBHS Overview:

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