Postdoctoral Fellow, Cancer Prevention Fellowship Program

Postdoctoral Fellow, Cancer Prevention Fellowship Program

National Cancer Institute

Location: Rockville, MD

Job Number: 7330615

Posting Date: Newly posted

Application Deadline: Aug 3, 2026

Job Description

National Cancer Institute (NCI)

Location: Rockville, MD

Application Deadline: August 3, 2026

Job Description

The NCI Cancer Prevention Fellowship Program (CPFP) is accepting applications for Cancer Prevention Fellows. If you’re a researcher with an interest in cancer prevention, this postdoctoral fellowship offers world-class mentorship, multidisciplinary collaboration, and the opportunity to pursue your research interests.

What You’ll Do

• Launch an independent cancer research program with support from NCI investigators

• Build skills through dedicated fellowship coaching and training

• Collaborate with a cohort of postdocs across diverse disciplines

• Receive a competitive stipend with health insurance and travel benefits

Do You Qualify?

You must:

• Hold a doctoral degree in a related field (or be on track to complete all requirements before the program start date)

• Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident

• Have fewer than five years of postdoctoral research experience

How to Apply:

Submit your application by August 3, 2026. You must apply through our online system at

https://trainatnci.cancer.gov/programs/cpfp/?cid=ppc_gg_en_cpfp_postdoc_2026

For eligibility details, visit https://prevention.cancer.gov/research-areas/networks-consortia-programs/cpfp or email cpfpcoordinator@mail.nih.gov.