Faculty positions at Cancer Institute (WIA)

Opportunity for Research Faculty positions at Cancer Institute (WIA), Chennai India
www.cancerinstitutewia.org.in

We seek candidates at the assistant professor rank with expertise in cancer immunology, cell therapy and bioinformatics. Candidates at other ranks or with expertise in translational science relevant to cancer will also be considered. All new faculty will be provided a startup package and have full access to all research and clinical facilities at Cancer Institute. These include access to well-annotated clinical data and bio-specimens (>1,70,000 patients treated per year), GMP facility for manufacturing vaccine and cell therapies, next generation sequencing, flow cytometry, pathology, mass spectrometry, microbiome, microscopy and animal facilities. Collaborative opportunities with a large group of academic clinicians specializing is a wide-range of cancer types.

Transform cancer care in a charitable organization with a focus of free care.

Founded in 1954, the Cancer Institute (WIA) is a pioneer in cancer care and research in India. As one of India’s oldest comprehensive cancer centres, the Cancer Institute (WIA), was founded on a simple but powerful belief: “No patient should be denied cancer care because of an inability to pay ”. For over seven decades, the Institute has served patients with dignity, equity, and excellence, conducted landmark clinical trials and built a strong translational research foundation.

Why Cancer Institute (WIA)

(i) Be part of a team that will establishing a new world-class center of cancer immunotherapy with a research mission to deliver effective and affordable new treatments for cancer patients.

(ii) Opportunity to shape the future of cancer immunology research.

(iii) Work with committed doctors and scientists to establish multi-disciplinary teams under the leadership of the newly recruited Director of Research.

​​​​​​Requirements

Candidates must hold a PhD or equivalent degree and have an outstanding record of scientific ability

demonstrated by a strong publication record. Experience in cancer immunology research is preferable.

The position will be initially based at the Cancer Institute (WIA) premises in Guindy/Adyar, Chennai, with possible relocation to Gummidipundi upon completion of facilities.

The expected starting salary for this position will be 15,00,000 Indian rupees per year (gross). Remuneration will be modified based in experience, education and research track-record.

How to apply:

Applicants should electronically submit to talent_acquisition@cancerinstitutewia.org (i) a cover letter, (ii) resume, (iii) a research statement including research accomplishments and proposed research program for the next 3-5 years, and (4) contact information for three references.

Review of applications will begin 01 March 2026 and will continue until the positions are filled.