Faculty Position Open Rank, Winship Cancer Institute

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Faculty Opportunity: Tenured or Tenure-Track Open Rank Faculty Position Basic/Translational Science and Population Health Winship Brain Tumor Center/Winship Cancer Institute at Emory University
Winship Cancer Institute at Emory University and the Winship Brain Tumor Center are recruiting two tenured or tenure-track faculty members at the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor level to expand our research portfolio in brain tumor biology therapeutics and population health. Candidates should demonstrate a track record of innovation and a clear vision for developing cutting-edge research programs that advance the field of neuro-oncology.

Research Areas of Particular Interest:
Candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply:
Tumor immunology and immune modulation in the central nervous system
CAR T cell immunotherapy for brain tumors
Myeloid cell biology and therapeutic targeting in the brain tumor microenvironment
Development and validation of tissue-based biomarkers for brain tumors
Brain tumor organoid technology and patient-derived models
Novel therapeutic discovery and translational research leading to new treatment approaches
Population-based studies of brain tumor epidemiology and health outcomes

The successful candidates must have a PhD MD MD/PhD or equivalent doctoral degree as well as an established research program with active or recently completed federal funding demonstrating strong potential for continued extramural support. We seek individuals who are collaborative innovative and committed to advancing brain tumor research through team science.

Leadership Opportunities:
These are open rank positions. Candidates of sufficient national reputation and accomplishment will be considered for leadership roles within the Winship Brain Tumor Center and/or Winship Cancer Institute as appropriate to their expertise and availability.

Academic Appointments:
Opportunities for faculty appointments exist in multiple Emory academic departments affiliated with the Winship Brain Tumor Center including: Hematology and Medical Oncology Radiation Oncology Neurosurgery Neurology Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Pharmacology Human Genetics Biomedical Engineering Radiology Rehab Medicine Epidemiology (Rollins School of Public Health) and other relevant departments based on the candidates background and research focus.

How to Apply:
Interested individuals should submit their curriculum vitae with a cover letter detailing their qualifications research vision and relevant experience via the online job posting.
For questions about these positions please contact: Dr. Edjah K. Nduom Director Winship Brain Tumor Center at

About the Winship Brain Tumor Center
The Winship Brain Tumor Center was established in 2025 to bring together brain tumor experts from across Emory and focus on key priorities including: providing high-quality evidence-based care to patients with brain tumors; enhancing patient access and the care experience; driving advances in brain tumor prevention treatment and survivorship through team science; enhancing training and mentorship opportunities for the next generation of brain tumor leaders; and serving metro Atlanta the state of Georgia and the nation as a resource for brain tumor care and innovation.

About Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University:
Winship Cancer Institute is Georgias only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centeran honor awarded to the nations top cancer centers for excellence in research and clinical care. Winship is dedicated to developing innovative ways to prevent detect diagnose treat and survive cancer. Its approach emphasizes personalized care through interdisciplinary collaboration access to clinical trials and comprehensive support services.
Winship is Where Science Becomes Hope.
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Note: This position requires in-person responsibilities at Emory University. Remote work is not an option. Emory reserves the right to update this requirement with appropriate notice.

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