Open-Rank Tenure-earning Integrated Mathematical Oncology (IMO) Faculty

Moffitt Cancer Center; Berlin; On-site; EUR 107,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, FL invites applications for an integrated track faculty member in the Integrated Mathematical Oncology (IMO) department. The chosen candidate will join a translational research community and work with mathematicians, computer scientists, physicists, and clinicians to advance cancer understanding and treatment.

The role focuses on developing independent, externally funded programs with strong publication records and collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and implementing mathematical models for cancer research
• Experience collaborating across disciplines in team science
• A track record of publications in cancer research
• Grant funding success or experience

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on a variety of cancer and clinical-related research projects; communicate clearly and openly
• Participate in the annual IMO workshop and promote collaboration
• Maintain a rigorous extramurally funded research program

Skills

Mathematical modeling

Collaborative team science

Cancer research publications

Grant funding

Education

MD or PhD in Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science or related field

Job description

Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer.

As the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, Moffitt employs some of the best and brightest minds from around the world. Join a dedicated team of nearly 11,000 who are shaping the future we envision. Moffitt has been recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation and is continually named one of the Tampa Bay Times’ Top Workplaces.

Summary

The faculty member will develop and maintain an active research program. The faculty member will support his/her research primarily through extramural grants and publish original research reports in peer-reviewed scientific journals. The faculty member will recruit and appropriately mentor research personnel within his/her research program. The faculty member will actively and collegially participate in the CCSG programs and the Moffitt Research Institute activities.The Independent Scientist Pathway is intended for tenure-track individuals who dedicate most of their effort to independent research. A portion of their effort is dedicated to educating future investigators, by teaching graduate students and medical students, and supervising postdoctoral fellows. These individuals will have their primary appointment in a Basic Science or Population Science department. They may have a secondary appointment in a Clinical Science department.

Moffitt Cancer Center, the top-ranked NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center in the southeastern United States, is seeking an integrated track faculty member for a tenure track position at the level of Assistant, Associate, or Senior Professor, to join the Integrated Mathematical Oncology (IMO) department. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work directly with a diverse team of scientists and clinicians focused on the singular mission of using an integrated team science approach to better understand, predict and treat cancer.

Position Highlights:

• Candidates will join a highly integrated and translational research community supported with advanced core facilities (including computational) and laboratory space. IMO integrates mathematicians, computer scientists, and physicists together with evolutionary biologists, to work with imaging specialists, bioengineers, bioinformaticians as well as clinical and experimental oncologists to develop novel approaches for the treatment and understanding of cancer.
• Candidates will have the opportunity to interact directly with clinicians through our Evolutionary Tumor Board and the Center of Excellence in Evolutionary Therapy.
• Faculty members are expected to develop a collaborative research program, working across disciplines, leveraging Moffitt’s vast data resources to accelerate discoveries across the basic, clinical, quantitative and population sciences at Moffitt Cancer Center.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience in developing and implementing mathematical models relevant for cancer research.
• Experience with collaborative team science across disciplines.
• Although not required a Radiation Oncology focus would be beneficial.
• A history of publications relevant to cancer research.
• Grant funding success/experience.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate on a variety of cancer and clinical-related research projects. Communicate clearly and openly.
• Participate in the annual IMO workshop Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment.
• Maintain a rigorous extramurally funded research program.

Credentials and Qualifications: Successful candidates must have an MD or Ph.D. in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or related field and relevant research training and experience in mathematical model development, an outstanding track record and top-tier publications in cancer research, mathematical biology, and mathematical/computational oncology. Academic rank beyond Assistant Member will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Appointment at the Associate Member rank requires a minimum of five years of experience at the Assistant Member level. These positions are tenure-earning. Salary is competitive with similar institutions.

Tampa is an ideal choice for those seeking opportunities in a rapidly growing metropolitan city. The Tampa Bay area has become a hub for ground-breaking research, attracting a diverse and best-of-class workforce from across the US and around the globe. Located near the Gulf of Mexico on the Suncoast of Florida, the city offers arts & culture, amazing cuisine, and year-round activities for all. Join the many who have already discovered what makes Tampa one of the fastest-growing metropolitan cities in the US.

After submitting your formal application, applicants should also submit a letter of application, CV, research statement and contact information of at least 3 references to [e-mail]. Questions about the opportunity may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Alexander Anderson at [e-mail].

Salary Range

Salary ranges posted for this position represent the expected base pay range for the role. Actual compensation may vary based on location and a variety of job-related factors, including experience, skills, education, and internal equity among Team Members in similar positions.

We are committed to maintaining fair and equitable pay practices and regularly review compensation to ensure alignment across our workforce.

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