Early Career Investigator in Gastroesophageal Cancer Translational Research, Gastrointestinal Oncology Service - Department of Medicine

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursueour missionat MSK and around the globe.

The Gastrointestinal Oncology Service in the Division of Solid Tumor Oncology, Department of Medicine, is seeking an investigator with expertise in translational and clinical research focused on gastroesophageal cancers. This investigator will be appointed as the Debbie's Dream Foundation Gastric Cancer Investigator and will play a pivotal role in advancing patient care, research, and education in esophageal and gastric cancers.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated researcher to join one of the world's leading cancer centers. Under the mentorship of Dr. Yelena Janjigian, Chief of the Gastrointestinal Oncology Service, the investigator will have up to one year (with the possibility of extension) of protected research time to focus on biomarker development, laboratory research, and translational studies in gastroesophageal cancer.

Key Responsibilities:

Participate in clinical trials and translational research to advance gastroesophageal cancer treatments.
• Conduct innovative research leveraging clinical data, biospecimens, and translational research methodologies.
• Collaborate with multiple laboratories to analyze molecular, genetic, and experimental data to drive discoveries.
• Assist in the development of grant proposals for major funding agencies, including NIH, DoD, and private foundations.
• Draft and publish high-impact manuscripts, abstracts, and research findings.

Why Join Us?

• Cutting-Edge Research - Be part of a highly productive research program leading 25+ active clinical trials, including key contributions to the FDA approvals of nivolumab, pembrolizumab/trastuzumab, and trastuzumab deruxtecan for gastroesophageal cancers.
• Mentorship & Collaboration - Work directly with Dr. Janjigian and a world-class team of translational and clinical researchers dedicated to revolutionizing cancer care.
• Meaningful Impact - Your research will directly influence patient outcomes, shaping the future of gastroesophageal cancer treatment.

Qualifications:

• MD, MD/PhD, or PhD in oncology, translational medicine, molecular biology, or a related field.
• Expertise in translational research, molecular/genetic concepts, and data analysis.
• Experience in biomarker development, immuno-oncology, or targeted therapies is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.

Location: New York, New York

Salary Range: $80,000 - $125,000

Interested candidates should submit:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter outlining research interests and career goals
• Contact information for three references

Submit applications to:
Patrick Evans, Senior Project Manager
evansp@mskcc.org

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