Life Under the Surface
We are a diverse and dedicated team of researchers, physicians, advocates and industry veterans united by a mission to break through for patients.
SURFers are drawn to challenge, driven by curiosity and inspired to innovate. Central to our culture is an emphasis on learning and growth — in our daily work, in our approach to collaboration and in our commitment to never lose sight of the importance of our work to the patients who may benefit.
At our core, SURFers believe in and embody courage, integrity and community in our effort to break through the most complex challenges in cancer drug development.


Click our core values below to see what inspires us!






Hear from the SURFers about what drives us
“I value Surface Leadership’s genuine commitment to ideas, practices, and goals designed to ensure not just corporate success but the well-being, development, and happiness of the Surface family.”
”“What I value most about Surface is the people and the science. It is a good feeling to work with the great people and do the great job.”
”“What I value the most are the people and their genuine passion that makes this community a very special place to be. I am so proud to be a SURFer!”
”“What I value most about Surface are the people and the culture! It amazes me every day how amazing all of our Surfers are. We truly are like family, and its awesome to be able to say I LOVE MY JOB!”
”“I value the efforts Surface puts in to maintaining our community culture, especially with the current remote and hybrid working environments. Special shout outs to our Fun and Wellness Committees!”
”“There is a strong sense of community and common purpose that embodies the culture at Surface and makes it such a great place to work.”
”“I really enjoy the time I spend with the people at Surface. From day one, I’ve felt like a valued member of the team.”
”“The most rewarding thing about working at Surface is being part of moving multiple immuno-oncology therapies to the clinic. Seeing our projects grow from initial discovery all the way to benefitting patients is the most meaningful experience any scientist could ever ask for!”
”“This team makes me smile every day. We care about each other and about improving the lives of cancer patients. If you must work, work somewhere you like to be!”
”“I love the focus on personalized immunotherapy in oncology.”
”“This team makes me smile every day. We care about each other and about improving the lives of cancer patients. If you must work, work somewhere you like to be!”
Our Wind & Our Waves represent the driving force behind our commitment to break through for people with cancer. For every SURFer, that mission is personal.
“The most rewarding thing about working at Surface is being part of moving multiple immuno-oncology therapies to the clinic. Seeing our projects grow from initial discovery all the way to benefitting patients is the most meaningful experience any scientist could ever ask for!”
“What I value most about Surface is the people and the science. It is a good feeling to work with the great people and do the great job.”
“I love the focus on personalized immunotherapy in oncology.”

Join Us to Break Through for People with Cancer
Excited about the prospect of joining a community learning and working together to develop a new generation of cancer immunotherapies? Explore our open positions below.
In addition to competitive compensation and generous, comprehensive benefits, life at Surface offers a mission-driven, collaborative culture that recognizes and celebrates achievement, promotes excellence, and offers multiple opportunities for growth.
Surface Oncology is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our team is dedicated to insuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.
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