Research Scholar, Biostatistics Service, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Memorial Sloan Kettering
Location
New York, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
August 1, 2026
Views
6
Salary Range
$75k - $80k USD

Job Description

About Us:

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Research Scholar, Biostatistics Service

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate, interested in statistical and computational methods development and application in immuno-oncology studies, for a position as a postdoctoral fellow. Our group has assembled a uniquely rich, multimodal dataset of immune profiling from blood and tissue samples of cancer patients treated with immunotherapy. These data include flow cytometry, scRNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics, and co-registered multiplex immunofluorescence (mIF) and H&E whole-slide images, all linked to comprehensive clinical annotations.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead the development of novel statistical and computational methods for integrating multimodal datasets to uncover mechanisms of treatment response, identify predictive biomarkers, and advance precision immuno-oncology. The fellow will work closely with world-leading experts in immunology, pathology, oncology, and data science, with opportunities to develop both methodological innovations and clinically impactful applications.

https://www.mskcc.org/research-areas/labs/ronglai-shen

Key Requirements:

  • Hold a Ph.D. in biostatistics, statistics, computer science, computational biology, or related quantitative discipline.

Core Skills:

  • Strong methodological training in statistics

  • Experience in high-dimensional data analysis

  • Preferably have a deep learning or foundation models for biomedical data.

Submit C.V., cover letter, and 3 references in your application submission to:

Contact Name

Ronglai Shen

Contact Email

Shenr@mskcc.org

Learn more about working as a Post-Doctoral at MSK: What distinguishes this opportunity is you will gain access to high-quality facilities, innovative technologies, and a collaborative environment that promotes ingenuity. Collaborating with leading professionals in genetic epidemiology and computational genomics, you will contribute to groundbreaking research that can revolutionize patient outcomes globally.

Pay Range: $75,000- $80,000

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About Us:

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Research Scholar, Biostatistics Service

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate, interested in statistical and computational methods development and application in immuno-oncology studies, for a position as a postdoctoral fellow. Our group has assembled a uniquely rich, multimodal dataset of immune profiling from blood and tissue samples of cancer patients treated with immunotherapy. These data include flow cytometry, scRNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics, and co-registered multiplex immunofluorescence (mIF) and H&E whole-slide images, all linked to comprehensive clinical annotations.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead the development of novel statistical and computational methods for integrating multimodal datasets to uncover mechanisms of treatment response, identify predictive biomarkers, and advance precision immuno-oncology. The fellow will work closely with world-leading experts in immunology, pathology, oncology, and data science, with opportunities to develop both methodological innovations and clinically impactful applications.

https://www.mskcc.org/research-areas/labs/ronglai-shen

Key Requirements:

  • Hold a Ph.D. in biostatistics, statistics, computer science, computational biology, or related quantitative discipline.

Core Skills:

  • Strong methodological training in statistics

  • Experience in high-dimensional data analysis

  • Preferably have a deep learning or foundation models for biomedical data.

Submit C.V., cover letter, and 3 references in your application submission to:

Contact Name

Ronglai Shen

Contact Email

Shenr@mskcc.org

Learn more about working as a Post-Doctoral at MSK: What distinguishes this opportunity is you will gain access to high-quality facilities, innovative technologies, and a collaborative environment that promotes ingenuity. Collaborating with leading professionals in genetic epidemiology and computational genomics, you will contribute to groundbreaking research that can revolutionize patient outcomes globally.

Pay Range: $75,000- $80,000

Helpful links:

Pay Range: $0.00 - $10,000,000.00FSLA Status: Exempt

Closing:

At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the job located, and is it remote/hybrid/on-site?
The job is located in New York, NY at Memorial Sloan Kettering. The job posting does not specify a remote, hybrid, or on-site work-mode policy.
What are the key responsibilities of this role?
You will lead the development of novel statistical and computational methods for integrating multimodal datasets to uncover mechanisms of treatment response, identify predictive biomarkers, and advance precision immuno-oncology. You will work closely with experts in immunology, pathology, oncology, and data science.
What qualifications and experience are required?
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in biostatistics, statistics, computer science, computational biology, or a related quantitative discipline. You need strong methodological training in statistics and experience in high-dimensional data analysis. Experience with deep learning or foundation models for biomedical data is preferred.
What is the salary range for this position?
The pay range for this position is $75,000 to $80,000.
What should I submit for my application, and who is the contact?
You must submit your C.V., a cover letter, and 3 references. Applications should be submitted to Ronglai Shen at Shenr@mskcc.org.

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