Laboratory Manager - JR28551-3800 - The University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
About the Job
This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more
information, please see:
https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12435266 Department
BSD MED - Hematology and Oncology - Szmulewitz 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. Within the section of hematology/oncology, the Szmulewitz
laboratory is a translational research laboratory focused on
therapy-resistant prostate cancer. The overall goal of the laboratory is
to uncover novel targetable pathways leading to resistant progression.
Several projects include targeting resistance to hormonal therapies in
prostate cancer, novel theranostics in prostate cancer, and prostate
cancer therapy biomarkers. The laboratory uses preclinical prostate
cancer models, including in vivo model systems, as well as interrogation
of patient-derived specimen.
Job Summary
The Laboratory Manager will be responsible for conducting collaborative
and independent research experiments under the supervision of the PI and
senior staff scientist(s), will be globally responsible for management
and uptake of the laboratory space, and be point of contact for
oversight and training of new research specialists.
Responsibilities
- Manage independent/collaborative research experiments.
- Support entirety of laboratory research enterprise through
maintenance of cell cultures, animal protocols, consumable reagents;
validation of new analytical tests and techniques for the lab.
- Manage mice housed post experimentation: tracking for general
wellness of animals, measurement of tumors, weights, etc.
- Coordinate all laboratory purchasing and inventory.
- Instruct new personnel including technologists, residents, medical
students, and fellows, and others individuals in a broad range of
applications including immunoblots, cell viability assays, ChIP and
IP, RNA-seq library preparation, cell line transfection/infection
and others.
- Coordination of laboratory on-site inspections and maintenance.
- Solves complex problems relating to the administration of projects,
including planning new procedures, adapting existing procedures to
the needs of the project, and making significant contributions to
methodology.
- Uses subject matter and best practices knowledge to perform lab
and/or research-related duties and tasks. Works independently to
assist with project design.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related
field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7
years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelors degree.
Experience:
- Experience in basic/translational research laboratory.
- Experience with animal work.
- Experience with cancer research.
- Experience as lab manager or similar.
Preferred Competencies
- Ability to design, plan and perform experiments.
- Good working knowledge of relevant research techniques (western
blot, qRT-PCR/RNA-seq; animal work; in vitro drug efficacy
experiments; cell culture; and molecular biology procedures).
- Analytical skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Effective problem solving and record keeping. Excellent verbal and
written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability t work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
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
Scheduled
Weekly Hours
40
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Salary
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Range
$72,000.00 - $104,000.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith
estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at t
information, please see:
https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12435266 Department
BSD MED - Hematology and Oncology - Szmulewitz 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. Within the section of hematology/oncology, the Szmulewitz
laboratory is a translational research laboratory focused on
therapy-resistant prostate cancer. The overall goal of the laboratory is
to uncover novel targetable pathways leading to resistant progression.
Several projects include targeting resistance to hormonal therapies in
prostate cancer, novel theranostics in prostate cancer, and prostate
cancer therapy biomarkers. The laboratory uses preclinical prostate
cancer models, including in vivo model systems, as well as interrogation
of patient-derived specimen.
Job Summary
The Laboratory Manager will be responsible for conducting collaborative
and independent research experiments under the supervision of the PI and
senior staff scientist(s), will be globally responsible for management
and uptake of the laboratory space, and be point of contact for
oversight and training of new research specialists.
Responsibilities
- Manage independent/collaborative research experiments.
- Support entirety of laboratory research enterprise through
maintenance of cell cultures, animal protocols, consumable reagents;
validation of new analytical tests and techniques for the lab.
- Manage mice housed post experimentation: tracking for general
wellness of animals, measurement of tumors, weights, etc.
- Coordinate all laboratory purchasing and inventory.
- Instruct new personnel including technologists, residents, medical
students, and fellows, and others individuals in a broad range of
applications including immunoblots, cell viability assays, ChIP and
IP, RNA-seq library preparation, cell line transfection/infection
and others.
- Coordination of laboratory on-site inspections and maintenance.
- Solves complex problems relating to the administration of projects,
including planning new procedures, adapting existing procedures to
the needs of the project, and making significant contributions to
methodology.
- Uses subject matter and best practices knowledge to perform lab
and/or research-related duties and tasks. Works independently to
assist with project design.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related
field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7
years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
---
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelors degree.
Experience:
- Experience in basic/translational research laboratory.
- Experience with animal work.
- Experience with cancer research.
- Experience as lab manager or similar.
Preferred Competencies
- Ability to design, plan and perform experiments.
- Good working knowledge of relevant research techniques (western
blot, qRT-PCR/RNA-seq; animal work; in vitro drug efficacy
experiments; cell culture; and molecular biology procedures).
- Analytical skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Effective problem solving and record keeping. Excellent verbal and
written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability t work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
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
Scheduled
Weekly Hours
40
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Salary
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Range
$72,000.00 - $104,000.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith
estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at t
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