Associate Professorship of Cancer Biology

University of Oxford - Sir William Dunn School of Pathology in association with The Queen’s College

Location:	Oxford
Salary:	£58,265 to £77,645 per annum, Combined University and College salary. Grade 10a. increasing each year to the top of the scale, plus a college housing allowance of £21,413 per annum and other benefits.
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Permanent

Placed On:	29th September 2026
Closes:	20th November 2026
Job Ref:	188960

We are seeking to appoint an Associate Professor working in the area of the cellular and/or molecular biology of cancer, to be based in Oxford University’s Sir William Dunn School of Pathology. The role of Associate Professor is an exciting opportunity to pursue an independent programme of research while also contributing to undergraduate teaching at both departmental and collegiate level. The successful candidate will also be appointed to the Kingsland Fellowship in Medicine (a Tutorial Fellowship) at The Queen’s College.

The Dunn School has an outstanding track record in biomedical research, and a particular focus on the fundamental cell and molecular biology underlying a broad range of disease mechanisms. It provides a stimulating and supportive community environment with access to high-quality lab space, as well as excellent scientific facilities and support services, both within the department and the wider Oxford community.

The department is in an exciting period of growth and renewal, so this tenure-track position is an opportunity to help shape and develop its historic strengths in the underlying biology of the causes and treatment of human disease, and to integrate them further with Oxford’s thriving biomedical community.

You will have a higher degree (PhD/DPhil) and a track record of internationally competitive research and publications, in any area of the cellular and/or molecular biology relevant to cancer. You will have a proven commitment to the training and mentoring of graduate students, together with undergraduate teaching experience, and ideally a track record in both areas. You will also value collegiality and a supportive and diverse working environment.

The Dunn School can offer high-quality laboratory space and funding to cover the post-holder’s salary. It may also be possible to negotiate additional initial support.

The University of Oxford is a member of the Athena SWAN Charter to promote women in Science, Engineering, Technology and Medicine. The University holds an Athena SWAN silver award at institutional level, and the Dunn School holds an Athena SWAN silver award.

If you would like to discuss this post, please contact the Head of Department, Professor Matthew Freeman (matthew.freeman@path.ox.ac.uk). Questions about the application process should be addressed to the Dunn School HR Manager Marina Katash (marina.katash@path.ox.ac.uk). Candidates may also contact the Senior Tutor of the College, Prof. Chris Norbury (senior.tutor@queens.ox.ac.uk) specifically about the College side of the role. All enquiries will be treated in strict confidence and will not form part of the selection process.

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on 20 November 2026. It is expected that interviews will be held in March 2027.

Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford.

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