Visionary Leader, Discovery Science & Cancer Research

H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute in Tampa, FL seeks an Associate Center Director and Division Chief of Discovery Science to lead transformative basic cancer research across immunology, tumor biology, metabolism, and drug discovery.

The role reports to the Cancer Center Director and guides Chairs, faculty, and shared resources in a dynamic, translational environment. The ideal candidate has a PhD with a distinguished funding record, CCSG leadership experience, and a proven track

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, or equivalent) in tumor immunology, cancer biology, molecular oncology, drug discovery or a related field
• Senior Member/Professor rank, with a history of academic excellence and sustained peer-reviewed extramural funding
• Previous experience in a CCSG leadership role (e.g., Program leader or CCSG role), with experience in developing/reviewing the P30 grant and program review
• Track record of successfully working across complex research and clinical environments

Responsibilities

• Administrative and academic leadership: Oversees the Division of Discovery Science; as Division Chief, leads Chairs and Division Administration in a productive, collaborative academic research environment
• Scientific leadership: Advances high impact transdisciplinary research across departments and CCSG programs; mentors Chairs, faculty, trainees, and staff
• Center-wide leadership: Serves on key governance committees; builds shared initiatives with Community Outreach, Education & Training, Career Development, and Innovation
• Maintains active extramurally funded research programs and contributes to teaching and mentorship

Skills

Scientific leadership

Mentorship

Grant funding

Strategic planning

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in tumor immunology or related

Job description

H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute in Tampa, FL seeks an Associate Center Director and Division Chief of Discovery Science to lead transformative basic cancer research across immunology, tumor biology, metabolism, and drug discovery.

The role reports to the Cancer Center Director and guides Chairs, faculty, and shared resources in a dynamic, translational environment. The ideal candidate has a PhD with a distinguished funding record, CCSG leadership experience, and a proven track