Oncology / Anatomy & Cell Biology or Biochemistry (Joint Appointment) - Probationary (tenure-track)

ACADEMIC POSITION 

DEPARTMENT OF ONCOLOGY AND DEPARTMENT OF ANATOMY & CELL BIOLOGY or BIOCHEMISTRY 

SCHULICH SCHOOL OF MEDICINE & DENTISTRY 

Appointment Type and Rank: Assistant Professor (Probationary) or Associate Professor (Probationary) will be determined by experience and qualifications at the time of appointment.

Number of Positions: 1

Posting Date: October 16, 2026 

Closing Date to Apply: Review of applications will begin on November 16, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: Anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2027, or as negotiated. 

Position Profile: 

The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University is inviting applications for a tenure-track translational cancer research position to hold a Joint Appointment with the Department of Oncology and either the Department of Anatomy & Cell Biology or the Department of Biochemistry, based on the expertise of the successful candidate. We are seeking an innovative, ambitious, and collaborative early career researcher who will apply integrative approaches to develop novel cancer biotherapeutics, with the goal of translating discoveries into products and interventions that improve the survival and quality of life of cancer patients. Applicants should have demonstrated expertise in any emerging area of translational cancer research. 

This position is part of a strategic initiative to invest in emerging cancer researchers whose work aligns with the Departments’ and Schulich’s research priorities. The overall goal of the role is to lead, champion, support, and grow cancer research, knowledge mobilization, innovation, and capacity. The successful candidate will be part of larger strategic investment in advancing cancer biotherapeutics at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry.

The full job posting, including how to apply can be found at: Job Posting