at University of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
DepartmentBSD RAO - Research Staff
About the Department
The University of Chicago's Ludwig Center for Metastasis Research in the Department of Radiation and Cellular Oncology is a diverse and vibrant lab with a long history of breakthrough translational research. Our research focus is to better understand and reduce the process of tumor metastasis, to elucidate immune responses to radiation, and to improve the anti-tumor action of cancer therapies.
Job Summary
The Research Professional will participate and lead research projects and contribute to research to better understand and reduce the process of tumor metastasis, to elucidate immune responses to radiation, and to improve the anti-tumor action of cancer therapies. participating in the composition and execution of translational research grant applications and design and implementation of clinical trials related to immunology and radiotherapy. In addition to leading research projects, this position will supervise technicians and students.
Responsibilities
- Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis. Facilitates and promotes a research project by providing scientific or intellectual information.
- Develops laboratory protocols and training on new techniques. Manage, analyze and make recommendations on complex data sets for research.
- Creates first drafts for scientific writing and publications, including protocols and grants.
- Trains and mentors laboratory personnel.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.
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Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
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Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
- Strong background in radiation biology or immunology, with experience in tumor biology and/or tumor immunology, standard immunology techniques/assays, adoptive T- cell therapy, molecular biology, animal models of human cancer, and bioinformatic analysis.
Working Conditions
- Lab Environment.
Application Documents
- Resume (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Posting Statement
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