Tenure-Earning Faculty Position - Cancer Epidemiology

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.

Join an internationally recognized cancer research enterprise where discovery translates into real-world impact. The H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, in Tampa, Florida, is seeking an Assistant Member (equivalent to Assistant Professor) to become part of our thriving Cancer Epidemiology department and research program and contribute to groundbreaking discovery and translational investigations to advance cancer prevention, early detection, interception, treatment, and treatment outcomes. As a Moffitt faculty member, you'll work within a collaborative NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center while having the opportunity to hold an academic appointment with the University of South Florida, expanding your research, teaching, and career development opportunities.

Regardless of how your population-based research integrates across the cancer prevention continuum, you'll find exceptional opportunities to collaborate, innovate, and grow your independent research program. Research areas of particular interest include bladder cancer, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), big data epidemiology, AI and multimodal modeling, and environmental exposures.

As an Assistant Member, you will:

·         Develop and expand an innovative, independent research program in cancer epidemiology.

·         Collaborate with multidisciplinary investigators across basic, translational, clinical, and population sciences.

·         Pursue peer-reviewed extramural funding opportunities.

·         Translate scientific discoveries into meaningful improvements in cancer care and public health.

·         Mentor trainees and contribute to Moffitt's collaborative academic environment.

Exceptional Resources

Moffitt researchers benefit from access to:

🔹 A health data warehouse with clinical and outcomes data from more than 850,000 patients
🔹 An institutional biobank representing over 170,000 patients🔹 Research centers of excellence and state-of-the-art shared resources🔹 A highly collaborative oncology research ecosystem

Proven Support for Early-Career Faculty

At Moffitt, your success is our priority. We provide:

✔ Structured faculty mentorship
✔ Strong track record of career development
✔ Generous start-up support
✔ Leadership development opportunities
✔ Pathways to advancement within the cancer center and academic enterprise

As a testament to these activities, all faculty at the Assistant level in the Department of Cancer Epidemiology currently hold at least one R01-equivalent award.

Qualifications

·         PhD, MD, or equivalent terminal degree

·         Research training and experience relevant to cancer epidemiology or population science

·         Demonstrated research productivity or exceptional potential for independent scholarship

·         Interest in securing peer-reviewed extramural funding

The Department of Cancer Epidemiology currently includes 19 faculty members and affiliates conducting high-impact research across:

🔹 Cancer prevention & chemoprevention
🔹 Nutrition & lifestyle factors

🔹 Cancer immunology
🔹 Infection-associated cancers

🔹 Metabolism
🔹 Screening & early detection
🔹 Genetics & genomics
🔹 Radiomics/AI & precision medicine
🔹 Personalized cancer prevention and treatment strategies

Since 2011, the Cancer Epidemiology Program has earned the highest possible rating of Exceptional on each renewal of Moffitt's P30 Cancer Center Support Grant, reflecting its longstanding reputation for scientific excellence and impact.

Enjoy the best of both world-class cancer research and an exceptional quality of life.

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.

Questions: Anna Coghill, PhD, Search Committee Chair, Department of Cancer Epidemiology ([email protected]). Review of applications and the hiring process will start immediately, with the earliest appointment effective on October 1, 2026.

Be Part of What’s Next in Cancer Epidemiology

Whether you're launching an independent research program or expanding an emerging area of expertise, Moffitt offers resources, mentorship, and collaborative environment to help you thrive.

Join one of the nation's premier cancer centers and turn your scientific vision into life-changing discoveries. Apply now.

Salary Range

$130,728.00 - $196,102.40

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.

Moffitt Career Site

If you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission,

then we have a place for you!

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