HRI Scientist - Wang Lab
Roswell Park Cancer Institute

Job Info

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Title:
HRI Scientist - Wang Lab
Job Type:
Regular
Company:
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division
Department:
Department of Medicine - Leukemia
Time Type:
Full time
Weekly Hours:
40
FTE:
1
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)

Summary:
The HRI Scientist supports preclinical research in the Dept. of Medicine under Dr. Eunice Wang. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced, immune-oncology research environment and works well with other lab members, collaborators and students. The research consists of molecular biology techniques, immunological techniques and multiple model systems including in vitro culture, in vivo mouse models and patient-derived xenograft (PDX) models to test novel targeted therapies in human leukemia. Responsibilities include performing molecular biology experiments (e.g., cell culture, cell preparation, western blotting, colony assays and flow cytometry analysis); assisting with or conducting in vivo experiments; data recording, analysis, reporting and interpretation; training new lab members and student interns; contributing to laboratory management and IACUC protocols; assisting with manuscript and grant writing.

The salary range for this position is $39,900-$185,000 annually which includes comprehensive benefits package. The listed pay range reflects the range of potential compensation for this role. The actual offer may vary based on qualifications, skills, and experience.

Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience

1. M.D. or PhD in an appropriate field; or
2. Master's degree in an appropriate field.

NOTE:
Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited school, college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.

Preferred QualThe preferred candidate should have good communication skills and work well within a team, collaborate with researchers, and track projects; generation of scientific abstracts, data for publications/grant applications, and published peer-reviewed research. They will also have experience handling and treating mice, experience with in vivo experiments, and experience in molecular biology experiments (e.g. cell culture, DNA/RNA analysis, cell preparation, western blotting and flow cytometry analysis). They will also have data recording, analysis, reporting and interpretation skills, prior laboratory management/organization and familiarity with IACUC protocols. The ideal candidate will also have manuscript and grant writing expertise.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual's relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

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Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

Grant Funding

This is a grant-funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables is required.

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