Director, Cancer Center & Translational Research

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Inc.

Cold Spring Harbor (NY)

On-site

USD 475,000 - 600,000

Full time

7 days ago

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On‑campus housing possible

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) invites applications for the role of Director of the CSHL NCI-designated Cancer Center. This high‑impact leadership role shapes the Center’s scientific direction and its influence on cancer research across CSHL and partner institutions.

The Director will guide strategy, recruit talent, mentor investigators, and drive translation with Northwell Health. The successful candidate will be an internationally recognized cancer researcher with a distinguished funding

Qualifications

PhD, MD, MD‑PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree in biomedical sciences.
International reputation as an accomplished cancer researcher.
Sustained track record of successful extramural funding and impactful publications.

Responsibilities

Provide the strategic vision and operational leadership for the Cancer Center and CSHL.
Guide research strategy and strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration.
Help recruit and mentor outstanding investigators.
Advance translation of fundamental discoveries, particularly through CSHL’s partnership with Northwell Health.
Represent the Cancer Center in key institutional decision‑making forums, including the CSHL Board of Trustees.
Collaborate with the CSHL Advancement Department on fundraising for cancer research.
Represent CSHL in the broader cancer research community.