Chair, Department of Cancer Biology

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Description The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania invites applications and nominations for the position of Chair of the Department of Cancer Biology. This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished and visionary scientific leader to advance a department renowned for its fundamental discoveries and translational impact in cancer research. Founded in 2000, the Department of Cancer Biology is dedicated to uncovering the molecular, cellular, and genetic foundations of cancer, with the ultimate aim of reducing its impact. The department also prioritizes training future cancer scientists and physicians. Through strategic leadership, it has developed robust research and educational programs that are deeply embedded within the Perelman School of Medicine (PSOM), the University, and the broader community. Its esteemed faculty advance scientific knowledge and mentor emerging researchers, offering comprehensive training to undergraduates, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows. The Department of Cancer Biology is closely aligned with the Abramson Family Cancer Research Institute, in addition to key partnerships with the Division of Hematology-Oncology,...