Faculty Position in Cancer Immunotherapy

Description

The Immunotherapy Integrated Research Center (IIRC) of Fred Hutch is seeking a candidate with a lab‑based program focused on tumor immunology and cancer immunotherapy with a strong vision/path toward clinical translation. Candidates of all academic ranks—Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor—with a PhD, MD, or MD/PhD, or equivalent—are encouraged to apply.

The IIRC is a multi‑disciplinary center that brings together 83 faculty members in basic, translational, and clinical research to advance immunotherapy for disease. We also encompass clinical programs to deliver cell and gene therapies as well as first‑in‑human immunotherapeutics, positioning the center at the forefront of translating laboratory discoveries into the clinic.

The successful candidate will have expertise in cancer immunology and be engaged in laboratory‑based research that could enable next‑generation therapies, such as cellular therapies, immune checkpoints, tumor microenvironment studies, and non‑viral gene editing. The selected individual will foster an environment of collaboration and productivity in cancer immunotherapy, and candidates who demonstrate a track record of peer‑reviewed publications and success in obtaining extramural funding will be prioritized.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization that provides adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, it is the only National Cancer Institute‑designated cancer center in Washington. The Center’s eight clinical care sites offer medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy, and related services, with network affiliations in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch, we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect. Our mission is tied to the humanity, dignity, and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member, and supporter. We seek employees who bring innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

Applicants must have a PhD or medical degree (MD/PhD welcomed) or foreign equivalent.

Applications received by December 31, 2025 will be guaranteed consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered on a rolling basis as long as the position remains open.

The annual base salary range for PhD researchers varies by rank: $183,585–$205,428 for Assistant Professor, $205,707–$239,858 for Associate Professor, and $234,970–$363,282 for Professor. For MD physician‑scientists with an active practice, ranges are $214,187–$343,181 for Assistant Professor, $255,843–$396,745 for Associate Professor, and $287,056–$481,347 for Professor.

Pay is based on experience and qualifications. Faculty without credited time in rank generally start at the entry rate for their relevant specialty and rank. This position is eligible for relocation assistance and a sign‑on bonus.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well‑being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (22 days per year), paid sick leave (up to 30 calendar days per occurrence of a qualifying reason), paid holidays (up to 13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).

This position is not eligible for H‑1B sponsorship at this time.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans.

If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops or by calling 206‑667‑4700.