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Associate Scientist, Biology

Boston, MA · On-site

$103K - $118K/yr

Experienced cancer biologist with relevant industry/academic experience (years post-degree: BS 6+, ... This is a lab-based role, so being on-site full-time in Boston Seaport is required. * Option to ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time cancer biologist in the United States is $89,403.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,500.00 and $121,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Cancer Biologist vs Research Scientist?

AspectFull Time Cancer BiologistResearch Scientist
CredentialsTypically requires a PhD in biology, biochemistry, or related fieldsOften requires a PhD or Master's degree in a scientific discipline
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, research institutions, biotech companiesResearch labs, academic institutions, industry settings
Employer & Industry UsageBiotech firms, pharmaceutical companies, research institutes focused on cancerUniversities, research organizations, biotech and pharma sectors

Full Time Cancer Biologists and Research Scientists share similar educational backgrounds and work environments, often collaborating in research settings focused on scientific discovery. However, cancer biologists specifically focus on cancer-related research, while research scientists may work across various scientific fields. Both roles require advanced degrees and are integral to advancing biomedical research in industry and academia.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Cancer Biologist job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,403 per year, or $43 per hour.
Physician Scientist/Cancer Biology FC-324

Physician Scientist/Cancer Biology FC-324

Brown University

Providence, RI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Brown University rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

192nd of 535 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Description
Teaching
The incumbent will be expected to participate in the teaching programs of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, which includes graduate students as well as medical residents and Pathology fellows. Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to participate in teaching of trainees including fellows in cancer biology, hematology-oncology, surgical oncology, pediatric oncology, and radiation oncology.
Research
Develop and lead a research laboratory in the Legorreta Cancer Center with a focus on disease-specific oncology, including cancer biology and therapeutics, tumor immunology, tumor genetics, mechanisms of metastasis, stem cells, DNA repair, tumor microenvironment including single cell technologies and complete such studies involving human and/or animal models including lower organisms. Additionally, carcinogenesis, drug resistance, and MCED expertise are desirable. Hire and coordinate laboratory research staff. Success in publication of manuscripts and achievement of national reputation. Obtain peer-reviewed funding including NIH, ACS, DoD as well as Foundation funding. It is expected that up to 80% of the incumbent's time will be devoted to research, and space will be provided.
Patient Care
Practicing physician-scientists will be expected to spend 10-15% effort on clinical duties in pathology or one of the other oncologic disciplines of hematology-oncology, surgical oncology, pediatric oncology or radiation oncology. Candidate may have a secondary appointment in an appropriate basic science or clinical department.
Service Responsibilities
The incumbent will be expected to actively participate in all activities of the Legorreta Cancer Center, Joint Program in Cancer Biology and the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, the other oncologic disciplines (hematology-oncology, surgical oncology, pediatric oncology and radiation oncology) and The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University.
Qualifications
The successful candidate must qualify for a full-time faculty tenure-track or tenured position at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor in the Joint Program in Cancer Biology and Legorreta Cancer Center with the faculty position based in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University as a physician scientist or scientist focusing on cancer biology or disease-specific oncology. Applicants should have an M.D., Ph.D., or M.D. /Ph.D. degree and will be expected to have a dedicated commitment to scholarly participation in the research programs of The Warren Alpert Medical School. Candidate may have secondary appointment in appropriate basic science or clinical departments.
The applicant will be expected to participate in the research and education mission of graduate students, medical students, house-staff and fellows including fellows in cancer biology, hematology-oncology, surgical oncology, pediatric oncology and radiation oncology.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates can apply online at http://apply.interfolio.com/160721 and the following documents should be uploaded: a leter of interest and curriculum vitae.

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