Medical Oncologist

Medical Oncologist - GenitourinaryThe Genitourinary Oncology Research Center (GU-ORC) at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center invites applications for faculty positions at the Assistant Professor level. This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative and collaborative scientist to join a nationally recognized multidisciplinary cancer research environment focused on advancing the understanding and treatment of genitourinary malignancies.Founded in 1898 as the nation's first cancer center, Roswell Park remains a global leader in cancer research, education, and patient-centered care. The successful candidate will join a vibrant and deeply collaborative scientific community dedicated to accelerating discoveries in GU cancer biology and translating innovative research into meaningful clinical impact.We are seeking intellectually curious investigators with strong potential to develop independent, extramurally funded research programs that advance the understanding of GU cancer development, progression, therapy resistance, and translational therapeutic discovery.What You'll Do:Develop and maintain an innovative, independent, extramurally funded research program focused on areas broadly relevant to genitourinary cancersConduct impactful laboratory-based and translational research advancing the understanding of GU cancer biology and treatmentCollaborate with multidisciplinary investigators across GU-ORC and Roswell Park's clinical and scientific programsUtilize advanced technologies, shared resources, and unique clinical specimens to support cutting-edge discoveryParticipate in translational initiatives bridging laboratory science and clinical oncology applicationsContribute to collaborative research efforts involving genomics, immunology, metabolism, epigenetics, pre-clinical modeling, and precision oncologyMentor graduate students, trainees, and emerging investigators within an academic research environmentParticipate in graduate-level teaching and educational activitiesContribute to scientific seminars, collaborative meetings, and institutional academic initiativesFoster a collaborative and intellectually rigorous research culture emphasizing mentorship and innovationEngage actively in GU-ORC scientific initiatives and multidisciplinary collaborationsContribute to Roswell Park Cancer Center Support Grant programmatic activitiesBuild productive partnerships with clinicians, physician-scientists, and laboratory investigatorsSupport a culture aligned with High Reliability Organization principles emphasizing scientific excellence, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvementAbout the Department:The Genitourinary Oncology Research Center (GU-ORC) at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is housed within the Department of Urology and is dedicated to accelerating translational discovery in genitourinary cancers through close collaboration between laboratory scientists and clinical investigators. GU-ORC currently includes more than 30 multidisciplinary faculty members studying the cellular, genetic, epigenetic, metabolic, immunologic, ancestral, and behavioral drivers of GU cancer development and therapy resistance.Roswell Park provides investigators with extensive research infrastructure including more than 20 shared resources offering advanced scientific instrumentation, bioinformatics, genomics technologies, biorepositories, and translational research support.Why You'll Love Working Here:Join the nation's first cancer center and an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center committed to transforming cancer care, research, and educationCollaborate within a highly interdisciplinary academic environment dedicated to innovation, mentorship, and scientific discoveryAccess robust institutional research infrastructure, including Biostatistics, Biomedical Research Informatics, Bioinformatics, and the Data Bank and Biorepository Shared ResourcesUtilize precision oncology and epidemiologic data resources through ORIEN (Oncology Research Information Exchange Network)Work alongside passionate colleagues deeply committed to community outreach, engagement, and health equityOpportunity for an academic appointment with the University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical SciencesThrive in Buffalo, New York — a welcoming, affordable, and culturally vibrant city with a growing medical and research corridorWhat You'll Bring:PhD or comparable degree in biomedical research, cancer biology, clinical science, or a related fieldStrong potential to develop an independent, extramurally funded research programScientific expertise in areas broadly relevant to genitourinary cancers, including cancer biology, genomics, immunology, metabolism, translational therapeutics, or pre-clinical modelingInterest in collaborative translational research and multidisciplinary scientific discoveryCommitment to graduate-level mentoring, education, and academic engagementStrong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across scientific and clinical disciplinesIntellectual curiosity, innovation, and a passion for advancing translational cancer researchExecutive presence and the ability to contribute meaningfully within a collaborative academic environmentCommitment to contributing to institutional and Cancer Center Support Grant programmatic activitiesDedication to fostering a culture grounded in scientific rigor, inclusion, accountability, innovation, and High Reliability Organization principlesQualifications:Required Education and Experience: Doctoral degree in an appropriate scientific or clinical-based discipline and the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time experience in an applicable scientific or clinical research environment. NOTE: Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited school, college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.Preferred Qualifications:Experience in relevant areas of fundamental cancer biology, genomics technology development applicable to the study of GU cancers, creation and use of pre-clinical GU cancer models, novel approaches for analyzing GU cancer clinical specimens, and/or translation of novel research discoveries to clinical application. PHD, or comparable degree in biomedical research and/or clinical science.