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Rutgers University

Supervising Research Scientist (Head of Cell Therapy Research Laboratory)

Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08933


Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title

Supervising Research Scientist (Head of Cell Therapy Research Laboratory)

Job Category

Staff & Executive

Department

CINJ-Medical Immunology

Overview

Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves.

Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities.

Curiosity and Discovery, Integrity, Collaboration, Cultivating Diversity, Respect and Caring, Perseverance.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Supervising Research Scientist (Head of Cell Therapy Research Laboratory) within the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey. The Supervising Research Scientist, Head of Cell Therapy Research Laboratory, at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey will be responsible for providing leadership and direction for all aspects of the laboratory with a focus on innovative, collaborative research on the discovery and development of T cell therapy for cancer. The Supervising Research Scientist will lead the research team and direct day-to-day operations, including performance of experimental work in TCR discovery, development and implementation of experimental protocols for immunology and T cell biology, managing research collaborations, oversight of standard operating procedures (SOPs), budget development, project management, resource and personnel management, workflow, financial management, and training and supervision of staff. The Supervising Research Scientist will play a critical role in ensuring the success of the Cell Therapy research program at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey.

Among the key duties for this position are the following:

Approving the design and overseeing the coordination of immunology, T cell biology, and TCR discovery research projects within the laboratory, ensuring they align with research goals, strategies, and timelines.

Planning, leading, and conducting independent research in the field of cell therapy, including the design and implementation of experiments, analysis of data, and interpretation of results.

Planning, leading, and conducting translational research, including the translation of basic scientific discoveries such as the identification of new TCRs into clinical applications such as the development of new TCR-T cell therapies through close collaboration with the GMP/PD Facility at CINJ, and the evaluation of new therapeutic approaches in preclinical settings.

Providing direction to and collaborating with research faculty in the Cell Therapy Research laboratory.

Delivering oral and written presentations of research conducted.

Position Status

Full Time

FLSA

Exempt

Grade

33S

Annual Minimum Salary

106589.00

Annual Mid Range Salary

129959.00

Annual Maximum Salary

153327.00

Standard Hours

37.50

Union Description

CWA 1031

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to

http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Master’s degree in immunology or related field plus four (4) years of related research experience.

Ph.D. in immunology or a related field.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must have previous experience in supervisory or lead responsibilities.

A strong background in research principles and techniques including molecular biology and immunology methods and the use of animal models is required.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years of postdoctoral experience strongly preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking, and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Laboratory environment. Moderate noise. Exposure to blood, excrement, antineoplastic drugs, and possible exposure to infectious and communicable diseases. Universal precautions are mandatory. Exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Posting Details

Posting Number

24ST2439

Posting Open Date

10/16/2024

Regional Campus

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City

New Brunswick

State

NJ

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