Researcher - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Job Overview

Researcher who participates in planning, design, execution, and management of research projects in a foundational biological/health science laboratory investigating the innate immune system to enhance cancer immunotherapy targeting pancreatic cancer, breast cancer and leukemia within the Department of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology.

• Plan, design, execute, and manage research projects in a basic science laboratory.
• Develop and implement goals and objectives of studies.
• Design and execute complex laboratory experiments.
• Perform advanced molecular and cellular techniques, including primary cell culture, western blotting, and quantitative real‑time PCR.
• Maintain animal colonies and assist with in‑vivo experiments for cancer models.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret research data.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new or revised research methodologies and techniques.
• Test experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods, and recommend improvements.
• Assist in establishing controls, criteria, and research standards.
• Perform critical analysis of literature relevant to the research.
• Assist in preparing research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentation at national and international conferences.
• Assist principal investigator in preparing proposals to obtain new or renewal of extramural funding.
• Coordinate laboratory activities and work assignments of postdoctoral researchers, graduate and undergraduate students, and laboratory staff.
• Oversee and coordinate periodic maintenance and testing of laboratory equipment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Master's Degree in pathology, molecular medicine, biological sciences or related field;
  PhD preferred or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's Degree, or 3 years of relevant experience with a Master's Degree.
• Knowledge and expertise in immunotherapy.
• Experience in a progressively responsible administrative capacity preferred.
• Extensive experience planning and developing projects preferred.

The University is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.