Staff Scientist | University of Chicago (UC) - Military Veterans

Location: Chicago, IL Job Description: Plan, design, develop, and test experimental protocols for research. Develop and lead research projects and conduct in vitro and in vivo experiments and analysis of human cancer specimens. Collect data, perform data analysis, generate figures and tables to summary the results/data. Write scientific research manuscripts, grant applications and reports. Present data as posters and oral talks at scientific conferences. Collaborate with other laboratories and investigators (within the institution and external). Supervise other research staff, junior postdoc fellows, and undergraduate and graduate students. Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis. Facilitates and promotes a research project by providing scientific or intellectual information. Develops laboratory protocols and training on new techniques. Manage, analyze and make recommendations on complex data sets for research. Performs other related work as needed. Preferred Qualifications Education: Doctoral degree in biological sciences or related field. Experience: Research experience on cancer biology, cell biology, chemical biology, biochemistry, or related fields.  E xperience in animal models. Preferred Competencies Knowledge in relevant scientific field. Knowledge of research techniques or methods. Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures. Analytical skills. Problem-solving skills. Attention to detail. Organizational skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet/database, communications, and graphics software. Supervisory skills. Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (required) The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.