Innovative investigators at the Assistant Member level

The Molecular Biology Program of the Sloan Kettering Institute, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) ( is seeking innovative investigators at the Assistant Member level (equivalent to Assistant Professor).

Applicants should have demonstrated records of significant accomplishment and the potential to make substantial contributions to the biological sciences as independent investigators. Successful applicants will have research interests that move the Program into exciting new areas that complement and expand our existing strengths in the areas of maintenance of genomic integrity, regulation of the cell cycle, and regulation of gene expression.

Faculty will be eligible to hold appointments in the Gerstner Sloan Kettering Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, the Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences, as well as the Tri-Institutional MD/PhD Training Program. 

The deadline for applications is October 1, 2026. Interested candidates should visit to apply via the on-line faculty application. Please visit the site for to access important information on the required application materials, including deadlines for submission of letters of reference.

Informal inquiries may be sent to Cara Monaco at View email address on us.fitly.work or to Dr. John Petrini, Chair, Molecular Biology Program at View email address on us.fitly.work .

The salary range for this position is $195,000 - $260,000. Starting pay for new hires typically falls within the range listed, based on candidate qualifications and experience, as well as other variables. This range represents annual salary only and does not include any one-time payments that eligible candidates may be offered at the time of hire. MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.