Research Professional

Research Professional 3

The University of Chicago's Department of Pediatrics Section of Pediatric Hematology, Oncology, and Stem Cell Transplantation in the Biological Sciences Division seeks a full-time Research Professional 3. The incumbent's primary activity will be academic research in association with a faculty contributing to research projects focused on the LaBelle Lab. The Incumbent's primary responsibility will be to advance the research mission of the LaBelle Lab by designing and conducting experiments, analyzing data, coordinating collaborations, and contributing to manuscript and grant preparation.

The research combines in vivo mouse models, immunologic profiling, and molecular techniques to study immune modulation of different immune cell populations, tumor-immune interactions, and immune-based mechanisms of therapeutic resistance in pediatric malignancies. Under the direction of Dr. LaBelle, the incumbent will lead and support multiple research projects, helping to drive forward both basic and translational investigations. This role includes opportunities for independent scientific contributions and leadership within a dynamic, collaborative research environment.

This position offers incumbent career opportunities in advancing biomedical data analytics and project management skills. Under the guidance of a Principal Investigator, the incumbent is expected to design and plan projects, oversee collaborations, source data, coordinate the lab, and carry out research activities of an assigned project through completion. Oversee all aspects of management, scientific technological development, and operations for major research projects or research facilities.

Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates.

Responsibilities

• Utilize in vivo mouse models, immunologic profiling, and molecular techniques to study immune modulation, tumor-immune interactions, and therapeutic resistance mechanisms in cancers. Provide recommendations on research design and action plans, present data and findings at labs and scientific meetings, seminars, etc., prepare manuscripts, and contribute preliminary data for grant proposals.
• Creates and administers initiatives to promote research projects while ensuring adherence to institutional, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
• Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis. Facilitates and promotes a research project by providing scientific or intellectual information.
• Trains and mentors laboratory personnel.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• PhD in immunology, cellular immunotherapy, cancer biology, molecular biology, or a related field.

Experience:

• Prior experience in tumor immunology, in vivo cancer models, and data analysis tools (e.g., Flow Jo, Graph Pad Prism, R).

Preferred Competencies

• Completed postdoctoral training with a strong publication record in relevant areas.
• Demonstrate proficiency in techniques including flow cytometry, mouse handling, and molecular biology methods.
• Possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Working Conditions

• Laboratory setting.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

$80,000.00 - $

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

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