​Research Specialist 1

About The Department

The Section of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology provides care for pediatric, adolescent, and young adult patients with cancer and other hematologic diseases, requiring the specialty knowledge and skills of Hematology, Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation. In addition to patient care, clinical and translational research, including laboratory-based wet lab and dry lab studies, are conducted by faculty members in the section. The major goal of the LaBelle laboratory is to dissect and pharmacologically target intracellular proteins to induce cancer cell death and manipulate the immune response. We are currently applying new research tools and prototype therapeutics that we, and others, have developed to specifically target the BCL-2 family of proteins. Our lab collaborates with colleagues in the Departments of Medicine-Hematology/Oncology, Ben May Department of Cancer Research, Committees on Immunology and Cancer Biology, Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering, and the NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. The lab has expertise in cancer immunology, chemical biology, and drug delivery to carry out our scientific vision. Details can be found at https://labellelab.uchicago.edu/.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of human cancer cell lines, cell death assays, flow cytometry, PCR, in vitro drug testing, and light-field/confocal microscopy.
• Breeding and care for mice in treatment studies, including blood draws, injections and necropsies.
• Collecting and maintaining data and/or specimens.
• Collaborate with others in the lab.
• Analyze data, conduct literature reviews, assist with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
• Maintain and order equipment and supplies.
• Assist with developing data collection tools, assisting with building databases, and providing general administrative support.

Requirements

This at-will position is wholly funded by extramural funds (e.g., grant, gift, endowment) which are renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the funds. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these funds and satisfactory job performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).
• Knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Skills

• Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of research techniques or methods.
• Analytical skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Attention to details.
• Organizational skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Benefits

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.