"Open Rank: Neuro-Oncology Department of Neurosciences"

The Department of Neuroscience and the Hollings Cancer Center (HCC) at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invite applications for a tenure-track faculty member at any rank in the research area of neuro-oncology. This search is part of a multi-year strategic plan to expand neuroscience and cancer research at MUSC. We are particularly interested in applicants that employ cutting-edge technologies and approaches to understand, detect, or treat cancers of the nervous system, especially glioblastoma, as well as investigations that examine brain mechanisms and novel therapeutics associated with cancer and cancer risk. Applicants should have a PhD and/or MD with appropriate research expertise and are expected to possess an outstanding record of high-quality publications, a strong potential to secure extramural research funding, and a clear commitment to collaboration in a welcoming community.

Successful candidates will join an expanding neuro-oncology research program between the Department of Neuroscience and HCC and receive a competitive start-up package. The Neuroscience Department consistently ranks in the top 20 in NIH awards and has a strong commitment to faculty mentoring and collegiality. HCC is an NCI-designated cancer center with more than 140 research investigators focusing on topics such as immunotherapies, cancer biology, cancer prevention, detection, and control, and development of cancer therapeutics. HCC also represents a selected list of national cancer centers with its own CAR-T cell therapy program. The Department of Neuroscience and HCC enjoy multiple NIH T32 training grants and an outstanding research community with access to numerous shared core resources. Candidates will have the opportunity to leverage resources in a unique and supportive academic environment as they build and expand their neuro-oncology research program.

MUSC is located in the coastal city of Charleston, SC – a city known for its arts and culture, higher education, architecture, top-rated restaurants, and beautiful beaches. Charleston receives perennial honors as a most desirable place to visit and live.

Applicants should submit a CV, a 1-page letter of interest, a 3-page statement of research focus, and contact information for three professional references to Kristen Mulholland (mulhollk@musc.edu). Please reference “Neuro-oncology search” in the subject line. Applications submitted before October 15, 2025 will receive full consideration.