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BSD CCC - Cancer Research Lab

About the Department

The University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center (UCCCC) is an integral component of the Biological Sciences Division (BSD). The BSD is the largest of four Divisions of the University and includes the Pritzker School of Medicine. UCCCC administers four established scientific programs, and the NCI-sponsored Cancer Center Support Grant provides funding for ten Shared Resources. The Comprehensive Cancer Center is comprised of over 190 faculty members from twenty departments with members currently being awarded over \$47 million in total direct costs in peer-reviewed cancer research grants, and \$28 million in non-peer reviewed grants and contracts. The activities of the Center are broad and varied, including research, training and education, communications, fundraising, marketing, clinical trials management and community outreach. This position is within the laboratory of the Comprehensive Cancer Center Director, Kunle Odunsi, MD, PhD. The Odunsi laboratory focuses on understanding the mechanisms of immune recognition and tolerance in ovarian cancer and translating these findings to immunotherapy clinical trials.

Job Summary

The job develops and implements programs to promote a research project or contributes to the scientific direction of a research resource.

This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by extramural funds (e.g., grant, gift, endowment) which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these extramural funds and satisfactory job performance. If this position is eliminated due to the discontinuation of extramural funding a minimum of one pay period\'s written notice (If exempt: 30 days, If non-exempt: 2 weeks), or pay in-lieu of notice will be given.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research studies related to the molecular characterization in mouse models of ovarian cancer and in patients with ovarian cancer.
• Metabolic regulation T cells in the ovarian microenvironment in mouse models and patient tumors.
• Biology of T cell trafficking and retention in the ovarian tumor microenvironment.
• 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.
• 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

Education:

• PhD in Tumor Immunology.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of postdoctoral training in tumor immunology.
• Guides and supports team members to achieve their goals and create a positive work environment.

Preferred Competencies

• Must demonstrate a knowledge in ever evolving scientific fields.

Working Conditions

• Ability to bend, crouch, or stoop.
• Ability to lift loads up tp 49lbs.
• Hybrid work arrangements will be considered.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)
• Cover letter (preferred)

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 Frequen y

Monthly

Scheduled

Weekly Hours

40

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Health Screen Required

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Posting Statement

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