Strengthening Networks and Highlighting Black Excellence in Cancer Research and Medicine.
CURRENT VACANCIES
We are always willing to help black cancer researchers in our network in all aspects of their career, including finding suitable roles. Please note, that the roles listed are from external organisations and BIC is not involved in the hiring process. With that said, we'll be waiting to hear your success story.
Postdoctoral Cancer Prevention Fellow
Description
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) Cancer Prevention Fellowship Program (CPFP) is now accepting applications for Cancer Prevention Fellows and encourages diverse applicants to the program. This unique postdoctoral training opportunity is perfect for researchers with an interest in and adjacent to the field of cancer prevention. Pursue your research interests with world-class training and mentorship. The center piece of the program is mentored, multidisciplinary research. Our comprehensive postdoctoral program is flexible enough to permit individual creativity while offering an organizational foundation for research and growth. In this program you will:
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Launch an independent research program with support from NCI investigators
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Increase performance through fellowship coaching and training
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Join a cohort of diverse postdoc collaborators
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If eligible, earn an MPH sponsored by NCI
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Receive a competitive stipend with relocation assistance, health insurance, and travel
benefits
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Guidelines
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​Applicants must have a doctoral degree in a related discipline or be currently enrolled in an accredited doctoral degree program and scheduled to complete all requirements prior to the start of the program.
Applicants must also be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States and have less than five years of relevant postdoctoral research experience.
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To learn more about eligibility requirements and to apply, visit their website or email: cpfpcoordinator@mail.nih.gov.
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Application deadline: 1 August 2023
Postdoctoral Cancer Prevention Fellow
Description
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) Cancer Prevention Fellowship Program (CPFP) is now accepting applications for Cancer Prevention Fellows and encourages diverse applicants to the program. This unique postdoctoral training opportunity is perfect for researchers with an interest in and adjacent to the field of cancer prevention. Pursue your research interests with world-class training and mentorship. The center piece of the program is mentored, multidisciplinary research. Our comprehensive postdoctoral program is flexible enough to permit individual creativity while offering an organizational foundation for research and growth. In this program you will:
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Launch an independent research program with support from NCI investigators
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Increase performance through fellowship coaching and training
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Join a cohort of diverse postdoc collaborators
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If eligible, earn an MPH sponsored by NCI
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Receive a competitive stipend with relocation assistance, health insurance, and travel
benefits
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Guidelines
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​Applicants must have a doctoral degree in a related discipline or be currently enrolled in an accredited doctoral degree program and scheduled to complete all requirements prior to the start of the program.
Applicants must also be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States and have less than five years of relevant postdoctoral research experience.
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To learn more about eligibility requirements and to apply, visit their website or email: cpfpcoordinator@mail.nih.gov.
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Applications CLOSED
Postdoctoral Fellow in Macrophage Immunotherapy – Weiskopf Lab
Job Description:
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The Weiskopf Lab is seeking a highly motivated and talented postdoctoral fellow to join our team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects related to macrophage biology and cancer immunotherapy, with the goal of developing transformative therapies for cancer and other life-threatening diseases.
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Potential research projects include:
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1. CRISPR/Cas9 genomic screening efforts to identify and target novel macrophage immune checkpoints
2. Unbiased drug screens to discover compounds that enhance macrophage-mediated cytotoxicity of cancer cells
3. Protein engineering strategies to develop novel therapeutics that alter macrophage activation within the tumor microenvironment.
The Weiskopf laboratory studies the interaction between macrophages and cancer. The overall objectives of the laboratory are to identify novel immune checkpoints that regulate macrophages within the tumor microenvironment, and to identify new therapies that stimulate macrophages to attack and eliminate cancer. The laboratory uses a multidisciplinary approach that spans immunology, cell biology, genetics, drug discovery, and in vivo modeling. Successful candidates will be joining a dynamic laboratory within an outstanding research environment. Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research is a leading, nonprofit research and educational institution that has defined the cutting edge of biomedical science, creating a legacy of research excellence and academic eminence. Founded in 1982, the Institute is world-famous for its discoveries in genetics, genomics, stem cells, cancer and developmental biology, and for building powerful tools used by the scientific community worldwide. Wholly independent in its governance, finances and research programs, Whitehead shares a teaching affiliation with Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), offering the intellectual, collegial and scientific benefits of a leading research university.
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Invent at Seattle Children's Postdoctoral Scholars Program
The Invent at Seattle Children’s Postdoctoral Scholars Program trains early career scientists historically underrepresented in or excluded from biotech in the development of therapeutics for childhood conditions. Scholars will receive three years of salary support plus benefits to create new “discovered here” cellular, gene or protein therapeutics that ultimately advance to clinical trials for children, all while preparing for careers in the biotech industry or academia. Positions are based in Seattle, WA.
Application deadline: Rolling
University of Michigan
The University of Michigan, in partnership with the Rogel Cancer Center and the School of Nursing, have one postdoctoral fellowship opening in our interdisciplinary training program in cancer care delivery research, which will be available for appointment on July 3, 2023. Key selection criteria include potential for an independent research career in cancer care delivery research and plans for a research-intensive career. While applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, priority consideration will be given to applications received by November 1, 2022. Contact cancercare-t32@umich.edu with any questions.
Application deadline: Rolling