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Job Description:

• Design and conduct research for developing next generation sequencing methods.

• Design and conduct research projects involving characterization of patient anti-tumor immune responses and development of individualized cellular therapeutics.

• Develop advanced skills related to scientific hypothesis formulation, testing and application to samples derived from patient materials.

• Present research findings at local and national scientific conferences and weekly laboratory meetings.

• Lead or participate in University of Chicago Seminar Weekly Series.

• Collaborate with peers and other faculty in research and publication.

• Performs experiments and collects and analyzes data. Participates in the promotion of a research project.

• Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports, and co- authors/authors scientific research manuscripts. Provides peer review of grant applications and scientific manuscripts.

• Collaborates on development of new research projects with academic and community-based organizations.

• May present work at scientific meetings

• Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis. Contributes to facilitating and promoting a research project by providing scientific or intellectual information.

• Reviews laboratory protocols and training on new techniques. Manage complex data sets for research.

• Leads the contributions to scientific writing and publications, including protocols and grants.

• Trains new laboratory personnel.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

• Experience in Next generation sequencing (NGS) sample preparation, cell culture, flow cytometry.

• Experience in imaging and cancer biology is a plus.

• Proficient knowledge of computer word processing, spreadsheets, database software, power point, statistics and other software used in scientific research analysis.

• Advanced knowledge and skills in molecular biology, translational research, bioinformatics, and research techniques or methods.

Preferred Competencies

• Analytical skills.

• Problem-solving skills.

• Attention to detail.

• Organizational skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to write and communicate clear and complete research findings.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Working Conditions

• Lab environment.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

• Cover Letter (preferred)

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