Postdoc Fellowships

NIH Cancer Postdoc Fellowships Available!

Train in the prestigious National Cancer Institute intramural program

Want to train with world-renowned cancer researchers at NIH? Consider joining the Center for Cancer Research (CCR) at the National Cancer Institute for your postdoctoral fellowship! At CCR, we focus on high-risk, cutting-edge science, pursuing the most important — and most difficult — problems in the field. You’ll have opportunities to:

Collaborate with and learn from with highly specialized experts
Train on and use world-class technology
Conduct research at the NIH Clinical Center, the world’s largest dedicated research hospital
Contribute to treatment development with bench-to-bedside research

With a commitment to training the next generation of scientists, we’ll help you launch your career in basic, translational or clinical research. CCR fellows enjoy:

Independent research projects
Competitive stable stipends
Career and professional development resources
Travel awards
Generous benefits
Resources for a healthy work/life balance

We are creating the cancer medicines of tomorrow.

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Positions are typically funded for up to 5 years with an annual starting stipend for new postdocs of $67,200. Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent required. Eligibility requirements may vary by position. Applicants may be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident or enter through the visiting program with sponsored visa and must have no more than 5 years of postdoctoral experience.

NCI is an equal opportunity employer. The NCI and CCR are deeply committed to diversity of thought, equity and inclusion and encourage applications from groups underrepresented in STEM careers including women, Blacks or African Americans, Hispanics or Latinos, American Indians or Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders and individuals with disabilities.