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BSD MED - Hematology and Oncology - Chen Research Staff
About the Department
The Section of Hematology/Oncology has a proud and long tradition of
excellence in research-based patient care and clinical discovery. Ranked
among the finest cancer programs in the country, the Section is
comprised of nationally and internationally known faculty with expertise
in all major types of malignancies, blood disorders, and experimental
therapies.
Job Summary
The Staff Scientist will lead projects in the laboratory focused on
cancer metabolism and chemical biology.
Responsibilities
- Plan, design, develop, and test experimental protocols for research.
- Develop and lead research projects and conduct in vitro and in vivo
experiments and analysis of human cancer specimens.
- Collect data, perform data analysis, generate figures and tables to
summary the results/data.
- Write scientific research manuscripts, grant applications and
reports.
- Present data as posters and oral talks at scientific conferences.
- Collaborate with other laboratories and investigators (within the
institution and external).
- Supervise other research staff, junior postdoc fellows, and
undergraduate and graduate students.
- 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:
- Doctoral degree in biological sciences or related field.
Experience:
- Research experience on cancer biology, cell biology, chemical
biology, biochemistry, or related fields.
- Experience in animal models.
Preferred Competencies
- Knowledge in relevant scientific field.
- Knowledge of research techniques or methods.
- Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.
- Analytical skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Organizational skills.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet/database, communications,
and graphics software.
- Supervisory skills.
Application Documents
- Resume/CV (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
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engagement, and exchange.
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