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About The Department
The Ben May Department for Cancer Research was formally established in 1951 with funds provided by Alabama businessman and philanthropist Ben May. The work done by the collection of laboratories within the Ben May Department for Cancer Research is focused on understanding tumor biology and various aspects of the tumor microenvironment; this research work has advanced cancer treatment by providing answers to fundamental biological questions and by finding applications for groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
Department
BSD BMD - Rathmell Lab Operations
The Rathmell Lab uses human samples and animal models to study metabolism and how metabolic pathways affect immune cells and anti‑tumor immunity. Emphasis areas for the lab include examining the link between obesity and cancer and understanding metabolic stress responses that may limit or shape anti‑tumor immunity.
Job Summary
The Research Analyst performs research experiments culturing and analyzing T cells using basic immunological techniques. In addition, this position will also assist other post‑doctoral fellows and graduate students in their research projects and provide logistical support for the Rathmell Lab, such as ordering and maintaining supplies.
Responsibilities
Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
Installs, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
Maintains recruiting and scheduling research subjects; assisting with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases; and providing general administrative support. Has general awareness in research techniques or methods, regulatory policies and procedures, and relevant scientific field.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through
Working Conditions
Lab Environment.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (preferred)
When applying, the document(s)
MUST
be 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 Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No
Pay Rate Type Salary
FLSA Status Exempt
Pay Range $50,000.00 - $70,000.00
Benefits Eligible Yes
Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773‑702‑5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.
It does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case‑by‑case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
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The Ben May Department for Cancer Research was formally established in 1951 with funds provided by Alabama businessman and philanthropist Ben May. The work done by the collection of laboratories within the Ben May Department for Cancer Research is focused on understanding tumor biology and various aspects of the tumor microenvironment; this research work has advanced cancer treatment by providing answers to fundamental biological questions and by finding applications for groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
Department
BSD BMD - Rathmell Lab Operations
The Rathmell Lab uses human samples and animal models to study metabolism and how metabolic pathways affect immune cells and anti‑tumor immunity. Emphasis areas for the lab include examining the link between obesity and cancer and understanding metabolic stress responses that may limit or shape anti‑tumor immunity.
Job Summary
The Research Analyst performs research experiments culturing and analyzing T cells using basic immunological techniques. In addition, this position will also assist other post‑doctoral fellows and graduate students in their research projects and provide logistical support for the Rathmell Lab, such as ordering and maintaining supplies.
Responsibilities
Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
Installs, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
Maintains recruiting and scheduling research subjects; assisting with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases; and providing general administrative support. Has general awareness in research techniques or methods, regulatory policies and procedures, and relevant scientific field.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through
Working Conditions
Lab Environment.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (preferred)
When applying, the document(s)
MUST
be 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 Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No
Pay Rate Type Salary
FLSA Status Exempt
Pay Range $50,000.00 - $70,000.00
Benefits Eligible Yes
Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773‑702‑5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.
It does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case‑by‑case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
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