Assistant Professor - Tenure Track

Employer: Coriell Institute for Medical Research

Location: Camden, New Jersey (US)

Salary: Range Starts at $100,000 - Commensurate with Experience and Current Funding

Closing date: May 10, 2026

Discipline: Life Sciences, Bioinformatics, Genetics, Oncology, Cancer Research, Epigenetics

Position Type: Full Time

Job Type: Faculty, Group Leader/Principal Investigator

Organization Type: Non-Profit

Job Details

The Coriell Institute for Medical Research, in partnership with the Camden Cancer Research Center (CCRC) invites qualified individuals to apply for this research-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, the final title will be commensurate with experience and active funding. Candidates with appropriate experiences may be considered for a Associate Professor at the sole discretion of Coriell Institute.

We are seeking an investigator interested in establishing and maintaining a vigorous, extramurally funded research program in Cancer Biology and Therapy. We also encourage application of candidates with expertise in Bioinformatics who are able to lead a well-funded dry lab research program.

The research track at CCRC provides an employment opportunity with many key features similar to the tenure track at Academic Universities, and successful applicants will be provided with a competitive salary and start-up packages. All research faculty at CCRC receive the full support of the Center’s state-of-the-art research resources, including but not limited to comprehensive IT support; biomedical research core facilities; opportunities for clinical collaboration with MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper; and a fully staffed Research Office to assist with administration.

The CCRC is a brand-new effort with a simple approach: Connect scientists and empower collaborative research to develop the next generation of cancer treatments and grow a critical mass of researchers in South Jersey to join the fight. At the CCRC, we have combined Coriell Institute’s research prowess, Cooper University Health Care’s award-winning doctors and patient-care expertise, and Cooper Medical School of Rowan University’s excellence and influence in medical education to build a state-of-the-art cancer research center in the heart of Camden, New Jersey, well within the Philadelphia Metropolitan area.

With an initial investment of $30 million over 10 years, the CCRC will leverage existing cancer research in Camden as the foundation to build this work and attract more of the nation’s brightest minds to the region. CCRC scientists are looking beyond our genetic code to understand how lifestyle and environmental changes can influence genetic expression, risks for developing cancer, and response to treatments. The CCRC team has a proven history of impactful research and translating knowledge into new tools and therapies for fighting cancer. For additional information about the Center please visit the website at www.coriell.org/ccrcnj/.

The starting salary for this role is $100,000 for the Assistant Professor Level, but the final salary will be commensurate with experience and active funding.

The role will be considered a Coriell Institute for Medical Research employee, and will have access to Coriell's Benefit Package, which includes:

• 20 Days of PTO, 11+ Paid Holidays, 7 Sick Days per year
• 7% monthly employer contribution to a 401(a) plan, in accordance with ERISA regulations
• Access to Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• Employer-paid LTD/STD Plans, and Life Insurance Policy (2x Salary, max at $450K)

All Candidates must submit the following to be full considered for this role:

• Cover Letter, summarizing current funded research
• Up-to-Date CV