HRI Scientist at Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo, New York

Job Description:

Title:

HRI Scientist


Company:

Health Research Inc.


Department:

Immunology


Time Type:

Full time


Weekly Hours:

40


Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)




Summary:

The laboratory of Dr. Pawel Kalinski in the Department of Immunology is looking for an HRI scientist with expertise in dendritic cell cultures and T cell cultures, human or murine. Performs basic and applied research involving the formulation, conduct, analysis, interpretation and reporting of scientific investigations of phenomena or problems associated with the cause, cure, treatment, and prevention of cancer; conducts and may supervise phases of creative, original and independent scientific research studies in a specific field of assignment; defines problems and issues that enhances the development of scientific research programs; contributes significantly to a base of scientific knowledge; may teach in graduate education programs; generates peer-reviewed funding for Institute scientific research projects.




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 college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Cancer Institute as following acceptable educational practices.



Preferred Qualifications



The preferred candidate should have expertise with dendritic cell cultures and T cell cultures (human or murine); expertise understanding and analyzing antigen specific responses in vitro and some experience in vivo; expertise with immunological assays, including ELISA, qPCR, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence microscopy. The preferred candidate should have the ability to process and analyze data, prepare scientific presentations and manuscripts, and contribute to grant proposals; experience, ability, and willingness to present data verbally to a scientific audience; ability to communicate and interface with physicians and scientists; flexibility to occasionally work outside of established working hours. In addition, the preferred candidate should have the ability to work with a team and willingness to train others and receive training for new techniques to ensure established protocols are followed.


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.


Additionally, RPCIC and HRI Roswell Park Division 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 send an e-mail to HR-Benefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.


Roswell Park is 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 Roswell Park's core values; Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion, and Respect.


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


Health Research Incorporated (HRI) Roswell Park Division participates in the E-Verify program.


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