Assistant Scientist- Department of Neurosurgery--Cancer Immunotherapy
Assistant Scientist- Department of Neurosurgery--Cancer Immunotherapy
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Assistant Scientist
Conducting Research
- Design and execute pre-clinical experiments related to CAR T cell engineering and antibody development.
- Perform a variety of cell-based functional assays including cytotoxicity proliferation cytokine profiling and flow cytometry.
- Analyze tumor specimens using techniques such as immunohistochemistry RNA sequencing and high-dimensional immune profiling.
- Assist in preparing scientific manuscripts figures grant proposals and regulatory documents.
- Collaborate closely with faculty postdoctoral researchers technicians and clinical trial teams.
- Contribute to the training and mentoring of undergraduate students and junior staff.
- Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records.
- Ensure compliance with all institutional and regulatory research guidelines.
Supervising and Teaching/Mentoring
- Student Mentorship: Mentor and teach undergraduate students in UF scientific programs fostering their development and encouraging their involvement in research activities.
- Supervision of Scholars: Supervise visiting scholars and technologists engaged in relevant research ensuring a productive and collaborative environment.
- Lab Environment Management: Contribute to maintaining a positive lab environment promoting a spirit of collaboration and mutual support among team members.
$70000.00
MD PhD or MD/PhD
- MD PhD or MD/PhD in Immunology Cancer Biology Molecular Biology or a related field.
- Strong scientific background in tumor immunology or cell therapy. Proficiency in flow cytometry human T cell culture and standard molecular biology techniques.
- Evidence of research productivity through peer-reviewed publications or presentations.
- Prior experience in CAR T cell research monoclonal antibody studies or immune checkpoint targeting.
- Familiarity with translational or correlative research linked to clinical trials.
- Experience working with clinical samples and navigating regulatory processes (e.g. IBC IRB).
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
For consideration please complete an application and include a cover letter resume and the names and email addresses of three to five references.
The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race creed color religion age disability sex sexual orientation gender identity and expression marital status national origin political opinions or affiliations genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment hiring promotions transfers discipline terminations wage and salary administration benefits and training.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
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