Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Molecular Epidemiology of Cancer:

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is ranked number 2 in the nation for research in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022.  At the School of Medicine, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, and other life-threatening diseases.

Postdoc position: We are seeking applications from strong candidates for a postdoctoral fellowship position in Cancer Epidemiology in the Department of Population Health and the NYU Perlmutter Cancer Center at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. The postdoctoral fellow will work with faculty on multiple NIH funded large-scale molecular epidemiological studies.  These projects involve racial disparities in cancer, focusing on the discovery of novel human microbiota and microbiota-tumor immune interactions in cancer development and therapy response. Our research resources involve molecular and genetic consortia in large-scale cohorts and clinical trials, including harmonized detailed epidemiological, lifestyle and clinical data.

Responsibilities: The successful applicant will work with a highly collaborative multidisciplinary research team to perform cutting edge analyses, implement novel statistical methodology, incorporate functional microbiome information, and publish research findings. Opportunities also exist for experience in grant writing and study management, as well as contributing to other manuscripts as a co-author. Our institution provides a strongly supportive academic and multi-disciplinary research environment and the fellow will be able to take full advantage of training, education, and mentorship opportunities offered.

Qualifications:  A Ph.D. or equivalent degree in epidemiology or related areas is required. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with excellent written and verbal communication skills who is able to work in a highly collaborative fast-paced environment. Expertise in the analysis of molecular and genetic data and in computational methods for complex, high-dimensional genotype data is desirable. 

How to Contact: Please attach a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references.  Please address inquiries to Principal Investigators: Drs. Jiyoung Ahn (Jiyoung.Ahn@nyulangone.org) or Richard B. Hayes (richard.b.hayes@nyulangone.org ).

Our Commitment to Diversity: NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal employment/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital/or parental status, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, State, or Municipal Law.