Join Spartans in the fight against cancer.
Careers@MSU lists current open positions for research staff, postdoctoral fellows, and faculty. Use the keyword search function to find cancer-specific openings.
Postdoctoral fellows are encouraged to contact labs of interest, even if an open position is not posted. Many labs are always interested in hearing from motivated researchers seeking new cancer training experiences.
Current Opportunities in Cancer Research
Associate/ Full Professor - Henry Ford + MSU Cancer Faculty
Henry Ford Health and Michigan State University have formed a transformative research partnership—Henry Ford + MSU—focused on advancing health through innovation and collaboration. We are seeking up to 10 exceptional cancer researchers to join a new, interdisciplinary team on our Detroit campus, supported by major investments in talent, research infrastructure, and a new state-of-the-art facility. Candidates should hold a PhD, MD, DO, DVM, ScD, DNP, or equivalent in a biomedical or related field, with a strong track record of impactful research, peer-reviewed publications, and sustained or potential extramural funding. We are especially interested in individuals who can lead an internationally recognized research program, mentor effectively, collaborate across disciplines and institutions, and contribute to professional and institutional service. Appointments are available through either institution, with competitive support packages and academic rank commensurate with experience.
Review of applications beings 8/4/2025.
Ast/Asc/Full Prof. TS - Cancer Stem Cell Biology
The Precision Health Program (PHP) at Michigan State University is accepting applications for a Tenure System faculty position, rank of Assistant / Associate / Full Professor commensurate with experience and qualifications. Led by Dr. Anna Moore, Associate Dean for the College of Human Medicine, PHP is a newly established university-wide vigorous program currently consisting of five laboratories conducting independent research in the areas of cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and nanobiotechnologies (https://precisionhealth.msu.edu). The Program occupies the second floor of the Interdisciplinary Sciences and Technology Building, constructed by the university in September of 2019. The successful candidates will be highly motivated and innovative scientists with a Ph.D. in biomedical sciences, 8-10 years of research experience and a track record of excellence in of cancer stem cell biology research, including familiarity with research applications of in vivo imaging and direct experience with cancer stem cell biology.
Review of applications begins 2/3/2025.
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Tenure System
The Institute for Quantitative Health Science and Engineering (IQ) and the College of Natural Sciences (CNS) at Michigan State University are inviting applications for a tenure-system faculty position in biomedical science, broadly defined. Areas of interest include, but may not be limited to: big data, bioengineering, cancer biology, cell biology, chemical biology, computational biology, developmental biology, imaging, neuroengineering, regenerative medicine, stem cell biology, structural biology, synthetic biology, systems biology, or related fields. The successful candidate will preferably be affiliated with one or more of the following departments: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Computational Math Science and Engineering, Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, Physiology, or Pharmacology and Toxicology depending on interests, expertise, and accomplishments. A track record in federal grant support is expected, particularly for applicants applying to the Associate/Full positions. All applicants are expected to provide evidence of contributions to academic equity and excellence.
Review of applications begins on 1/26/2025.
The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications and nominations for a tenured or tenure-track faculty position at the Associate or Full Professor level to serve as Co-Director of the nascent Center for Cancer Health Equity Research (CCHER). CCHER is a developing initiative in partnership with the Colleges of Human Medicine and Osteopathic Medicine and the Henry Ford Health System, with a mission to advance cancer health equity through innovative research, collaboration, and community engagement.
We seek an experienced and motivated leader with an established research program in cancer biology, cancer health disparities, or related fields, who is committed to playing a key role in shaping the Center's future and contributing to a growing initiative that addresses cancer disparities in underserved populations.
Review of applications begins on 1/15/2025.
Assistant Professor-Tenure System
The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. We seek an innovative scientist who will establish an outstanding, independent research program in cancer biochemistry, focusing on biochemical mechanisms underlying cancer development, progression, and treatment.
The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to research excellence, teaching, and mentoring, and will actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the academic community.
Review of applications begins on 1/15/2025.
Associate/Full Professor Tenure System
The College of Human Medicine at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for multiple tenured full-time research positions (Associate or Full Professor) in the highly prolific and rapidly growing Charles Stewart Mott Department of Public Health in Flint, Michigan. These generous positions offer a unique opportunity for established researchers who seek to continue highly impactful programs of implementation, intervention, and policy research in topics that are both relevant to Flint and widely applicable. These include equity, social determinants of health, behavioral health, healthy behaviors, chronic disease, maternal-child health, and environmental justice, among others. A $25 million gift from the Flint-based Charles Stewart Mott Foundation allows us to largely or fully guarantee salary coverage for researchers who are willing to move their substantial research portfolios to MSU.
Review of applications begins 9/11/2024.
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Tenure System.
The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Michigan State University (MSU) and the MSU Center for Cancer Health Equity Research (CCHER) are recruiting a faculty colleague at any rank. CCHER is a newly formed collaborative endeavor between MSU's Colleges of Human Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine, Natural Science, and the Henry Ford Health System, to broadly advance research that promotes cancer health equity. https://bmb.natsci.msu.edu/news/2023-05-15-prominent-cancer-researcher-joins-msu.aspx
We seek to hire a faculty colleague who is motivated to develop an independently funded research program that addresses cancer health disparities, with a future focus that includes minority populations, particularly Native Americans. The ideal candidate for this open rank tenure-track position will have a substantial record of achievement in discerning the molecular basis of cancer, including etiology, diagnostics, prevention, and/or treatment.
Prior engagement with minority communities, including Native American populations, in biomedical research and training is desirable. An interest in furthering health equity through research, training and community engagement is integral to this position.
Review of applications begins 12/2/2024.