
Ludwig Fellow
Trustees of Princeton University
Princeton, NJFull-time / Temporary$75–85K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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Princeton University seeks early-career scientists for Ludwig Princeton Fellows, conducting research across at least two labs with greater independence than a typical postdoctoral fellowship. The program focuses on cancer metabolism and related areas, including technology development, computation, biological studies, drug development, and clinical trials. Fellows receive mentorship from at least two faculty members and may have an opportunity to teach. Appointments are for one year and renewable annually, subject to funding and other requirements.
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$75,000.00 - $85,000.00
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Job Description
Ludwig FellowLudwig FellowPrinceton, New JerseySalary Range$75,000-$85,000DescriptionPrinceton University is pleased to announce a search for Ludwig Princeton Fellows, a program aimed at attracting talented early-career scientists (0-2 years experience from PhD, MD, or clinical training) to positions working across at least two labs with a level of research independence exceeding a typical postdoctoral fellowship. The program centers on cancer metabolism, broadly defined to include technology development, computation, biological studies, drug development, and clinical trials relevant to diet, metabolism, cancer, cell growth, metastasis, autophagy, microbiome, and/or the immune system. Fellows will be housed at the Ludwig Princeton Branch on Princeton University's campus, or in collaborating labs at the Rutgers Cancer Institute. Appropriate backgrounds include a Ph.D. in biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, physics or an M.D. with a track record of outstanding research accomplishments and high independent work capacity. Appointment will be to a postdoctoral research associate rank, with a competitive salary. Postdoctoral appointments will be for one year, renewable annually based on funding and meeting all other requirements. Fellows will receive mentorship from at least 2 faculty members, one of whom must be a member of the Ludwig Princeton Branch. Fellows may have the opportunity to perform a modest amount of teaching on Princeton's campus, according to a plan they may develop in conjunction with their mentors. While teaching, a Fellow may hold a secondary appointment as a part-time Lecturer in an appropriate department, pending sufficient course enrollments and the approval of the Office of the Dean of the Faculty. Learn more about Ludwig Princeton Branch by visiting our website: https://ludwigcancer.princeton.edu/ Fellows will be appointed on a rolling basis. Please feel free to contact the Branch at ([email protected]) with any inquiries about the Ludwig Princeton Fellows Program. This position is subject to the University's background check policy. The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University.QualificationsPh.D. in biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, physics or an M.D.Application InstructionsTo apply online, please submit a curriculum vitae which includes a list of publications, a brief statement (1-2 pages) of research interests and goals, and contact information for three references. Equal Opportunity and Pay TransparencyPrinceton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Pay Transparency DisclosureThe University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.The University also offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information. Apply HereEqual employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilitiesPI288020129
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On-site
Requisition ID
288020129
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Set against the 2,047 open Scientist jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$75–85K/yr
- New Jersey median$117–160K/yr66 salary ranges
- US median$103–160K/yr1,105 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $80K, is 42% below the New Jersey median midpoint ($138K) — in the lowest quarter of Scientist salary ranges in New Jersey.
- Openings
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- Education
- 1,217 of the 2,047 open Scientist jobs (59%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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