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DESCRIPTIONThe Moores Cancer Center (MCC) is one of just 57 NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the United States and the only one in San Diego County. As a consortium cancer center, it is a collaborative partnership between the UCSD: encompassing 28 departments, 6 schools School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Public Health, Jacobs School of Engineering, School of Biological Sciences & the School of Physical Sciences), UCSD Health oncology hospitals and clinics; the basic and public health research and outreach of San Diego State University (SDSU), and the basic and translational research of the La Jolla Institute of Immunology (LJI). These various programs and units are all dedicated to fulfilling the Moores Cancer Center's mission of reducing cancer's burden. As such, it ranks among the top centers in the nation conducting the continuum of cancer research, providing advanced patient care, and serving the community through outreach and education programs. As a top-ranking, future-oriented organization, we offer challenging career opportunities in a fast-paced and innovative environment. Moores Cancer Center follows a progressive philosophy of career-path development for its employees including opportunities for cross-training, professional development, and progressive responsibility.
MCC's mission is to transform cancer care in our catchment area and beyond by driving exceptional scientific discoveries and innovations in prevention, detection, care, and training. MCC will make a global impact on improving health by reducing cancer burden through accelerated discovery and translation, compassionate and interdisciplinary care, education and community engagement, with the foundation of our core values - Excellence, Innovation and Risk-Taking, Collaboration, Diversity and Service.
Under general supervision, the incumbent will contribute significant and original ideas and methods to research projects and will independently perform a wide variety of experimental research techniques related to cancer biology research. Initiate, develop, implement, and ensure compliance with all required protocols. Independently perform RNA sequencing and cell signaling analyses, immunofluorescence staining, IHC Scoring and independently collect and analyze the resulting data. Incumbent must be proficient working with genetically engineered mouse models and human cell lines of pancreatic cancer for investigating novel immunotherapeutics. Responsible for overseeing laboratory management, mouse colony maintenance, maintaining equipment and ensuring that EH&S regulations are met. This position is afforded significant latitude for complex research projects, decision-making and independent judgment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAdvanced theoretical background and practical knowledge in biochemistry, molecular biology, and pharmacology, with particular expertise in cancer biology research as typically attained by a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven ability to contribute to original project development ideas, experimental design and strategies, as well as their implementation into a variety of research projects.
Advanced demonstrable skill, experience, and strong knowledge in a variety of pharmacological techniques including: DNA extraction, RNA isolation, isolation of bacterial plasmids, molecular cloning, tissue culture of human and mouse samples, histological and immunohistochemical analyses, immunofluorescent staining and imaging, SDS Polyacrylamide and agarose gel electrophoresis, PCR and Western blots.
Proven ability and experience troubleshooting and recommending modifications to procedures and protocols to meet the needs of research projects.
Ability to effectively document complex research procedures, accurately record experimental details and results, perform scientific calculations necessary for data analysis, prepare graphs and figures to summarize results and write reports.
Extensive experience in the generation and analysis of mouse models of cancer, and in the generation and analysis of patient-derived xenografts of different types of human cancer (including orthotopic transplants).
Ability to work independently, take ownership of work performance and follow through on assignments. Anticipate, identify, and analyze situations and independently seek solutions or recommend course of action as appropriate.
Excellent time management and strong demonstrated organizational and multitasking skills including establish priorities, meet multiple and frequently changing deadlines with flexibility, process a high volume of work while under pressure and maintain a high level of accuracy.
Skilled in the operation, maintenance, and calibration of the laboratory equipment including: the cryostat, the Leica SP5 confocal microscope, FACS sorter, centrifuges, microscopes, scales, thermal cyclers, and spectrophotometers.
Ability to direct, advise, and train other lab personnel on procedures, methods, materials, equipment, and data analysis, as well as explain difficult concepts and safety issues involved in a wide variety of scientific experimentation. Ability to supervise, train, provide guidance, work direction, delegate tasks, and evaluate progress of undergraduate students, rotation students and lab helpers.
Experience working with primary human and mouse cancer cells and mouse models of cancer, including genetic models and human xenografts.
Demonstrated leadership and management skills sufficient to handle all aspects of laboratory management including leading staff, safety, security, scientific project development, inventory, organizational methods, equipment acquisition and maintenance.
Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate in person, on the phone, and in writing to a diverse population including persons from foreign countries, the business community, academicians, students and staff with a high degree of diplomacy, mature judgment, tact and flexibility.
Proven ability to exercise effective control over situations and ability to make recommendations or decisions that affect office and laboratory operations.
Knowledge of and ability to adhere to laboratory safety regulations, requirements and procedures.
Knowledge and ability to speak in meetings about on-going techniques. Excellent communication skills for oral presentations, written reports, and one-on-one laboratory training.
Ability to prepare, interpret and present the results of scientific experiments in the pursuit of specific research goals and for the publication of experimental results in peer reviewed scientific journals.
Advanced knowledge and experience using Mac and PC computers and scientific software for operating equipment and data analysis including Adobe Photoshop, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel and MS Word.
Demonstrated knowledge of NIH grant procedures and the ability to write large NIH grants as well as the ability to assemble and coordinate large multi-institutional grants.
- Knowledge and experience with purchasing procedures, regulations, vendor requirements, and maintaining budgets.
Employment is subject to a criminal background check.
Must be willing to work with hazardous materials.
Willingness to work evenings and weekends, if necessary.
Willingness to work with animals.
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Annual Full Pay Range: $66,441 - $106,839 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $31.82 - $51.17
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
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UC San Diego Health Sciences is comprised of our School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science, and our Student Health and Well-Being Department. We have long been at the forefront of translational or "bench-to-bedside" research, transforming patient care through discovery and innovation leading to new drugs and technologies. Translational research is carried out every day in the hundreds of clinical trials of promising new therapies offered through UC San Diego Health, and in the drive of our researchers and clinician-scientists who are committed to having a significant impact on patient care. We invite you to join our team!
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