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The Fischer Lab at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a Structural and Chemical Biology Lab that combines molecular biology, computational biology, structural biology and chemistry with various ‘Omics’ techniques to study the pathways and protein complexes involved in the regulation of protein homeostasis often associated with human diseases, including cancer. Using our knowledge of the cellular... degradation machinery, we use structure and computational The Fischer Lab at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a Structural and Chemical Biology Lab that combines molecular biology, computational biology, structural biology and chemistry with various ‘Omics’ techniques to study the pathways and protein complexes involved in the regulation of protein homeostasis often associated with human diseases, including cancer. Using our knowledge of the cellular... degradation machinery, we use structure and computational guided approaches to develop new molecules that hijack the ubiquitin proteasome system for targeted protein degradation.

The Fischer lab (https://fischerlab.dana-farber.org/) seeks a highly motivated individual to join the team as a Research Technician/Administrative Support who will work closely with, support and assist Dr. Katherine Donovan in the management of the targeted protein degradation initiative, as well as proteomics operations of the Fischer lab, the TPD proteomics core and other aspects of the chemical biology program. This individual will be an important member of our research team and in addition to providing administrative support, will collaborate with scientists, postdocs and students on a variety of different research projects focused on targeted protein degradation as a novel therapeutic modality. While we consider various backgrounds, a strong interest in mass spectrometry-based proteomics is highly desirable.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute brings together world-renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allies in the common mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. Combining extremely talented people with the best technologies in a genuinely positive environment, we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all ages; we conduct research that advances treatment; we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers; we reach out to underserved members of our community; and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
• Enable daily lab operations. Ensure that the group have all that is needed to run projects
• Keeps track of group practices, protocols and incoming samples/compounds and works with senior staff to resolve issues and implement improvements in workflows
• Maintains detailed notebook of all work-related activities including regular updates to procedures and protocols
• Operation and maintenance of standard lab equipment
• Responsible for maintaining cell culture and performing drug treatments
• Performs sample preparation for protein expression measurements including western blots and quantitative mass spectrometry
• Analyzes experimental data and interpret results to write reports, presentations, grant and publication preparation
• Prepares lab reagents and media
• Monitors, organizes and orders laboratory supplies
• Communicates with purchasing and may be responsible for negotiating with vendors
• Obtain and manage MTAs, software licenses, service contracts, and other documentation.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
• * Bachelor's Degree required with a major in biology or chemistry preferred
• 1-4 years of relevant experience required
• A knowledge of information and techniques related to biology, chemistry or medicine is preferred
• Excellent decision-making, communication, and collaboration skills with proven cross-functional and multi-level relationship building skills.
• Attention to detail, a practical mindset and ability to multi-task.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills (English).
• Must have good time management
• Understanding of statistical and computational methods is desirable

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.

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This position's work location is fully remote with the expectation of being onsite 1 day per week. The selected candidate may only work remotely from a New England state (ME, VT, NH, MA, CT, RI). The Hematologic Neoplasia (HN) Division is one of the largest divisions within the Department of Medical Oncology. The Division includes 58 faculty, 56 research scientists, 116 research fellows, and 191... additional research staff who are members of 25 This position's work location is fully remote with the expectation of being onsite 1 day per week. The selected candidate may only work remotely from a New England state (ME, VT, NH, MA, CT, RI).

The Hematologic Neoplasia (HN) Division is one of the largest divisions within the Department of Medical Oncology. The Division includes 58 faculty, 56 research scientists, 116 research fellows, and 191... additional research staff who are members of 25 independent research groups.

The Senior Research Administrator in the Division of Hematologic Neoplasia and Hematologic Malignancies (Medical Oncology) is responsible for the management of complex research portfolios for multiple laboratories (and Disease Centers, as applicable) and completes work autonomously, updating department leadership, as necessary. The Senior RA serves in a leadership role within the department business office, functioning as a senior resource to peers within the department and across the Institute.

The Senior RA is responsible for a diverse set of funding types including federal, industry, foundation, donor, institutional, chargeback, and clinical trials. The Senior RA collaborates with and advises faculty and researchers on the preparation of sponsored research applications and/or the financial management of sponsored and institutional funds; and is responsible for problem solving on behalf of the department. The Senior RA has advanced and specialized expertise and regularly provides guidance and mentorship to colleagues with less experience, in addition to leading training and educational efforts within the Institute.

The Senior RA is responsible for collaborating with Institute central offices such as Research Finance, Accounts Payable, Research Administration, Special Funds, Grants and Contracts, the Clinical Trials Office, Office of General Counsel, and the Innovations Office.

In addition to grant management responsibilities, the Senior RA will manage special projects /assignments either within the department or across departments and will represent the Department at Institutional Committees/ Workgroups. The Senior RA is expected to partner with Department Leadership and Faculty to set strategy and provide guidance and expertise.

The Senior RA is responsible for the following primary functions, autonomously with supervisory input as needed:
• Grant Preparation (pre-award): Responsible for all administrative aspects of grant preparation of sponsored research applications. Review sponsor eligibility and application requirements and ensure applicants understand them, responsible for the entire application excluding scientific content, meet and communicate internal and external deadlines in a strict deadline-driven environment, research funding opportunities for investigators, draft non-scientific materials for proposals, coordinate with administrators and faculty from other departments or organizations to complete proposals, coordinate institutional review of proposals by Grants & Contracts and submission to sponsors, prepare JIT information and responses to other pre-award inquiries.
• Portfolio Management (post-award): Responsible for the financial management of sponsored and institutional funds portfolio management. Prepare financial and narrative reports for sponsors while managing and adhering to specified deadlines, provide projection and project summary reports to investigators on a regular basis, ensure spending adheres to budget and sponsor and Institute guidelines, invoice and monitor receivables for clinical trial enrollment when appropriate, establish billing agreements as appropriate, track milestones and receivables for industry agreements.
• Procurement: Approve and/or initiate purchase requests for investigators and laboratory members via Purchase Orders and PCard. Verify funds are available, expenses are allowable and correctly allocated in a timely manner. Review and approve bills for core and center services.
• Human Resources: Onboarding - conduct financial analysis to determine availability of funding, assist in the development of job descriptions, post positions, approve salary offers, process visa applications and payments as appropriate. Ongoing - process merit, equity and promotions requests. Manage salary allocations in adherence to funding guidelines and availability. Offboarding - manage termination process checklist, process termination paperwork.
• Compliance: Partners with faculty and researchers to ensure adherence to internal and external policies. This includes consulting with faculty/OGC/Innovations on MTA, DUA and consulting agreement processes. Also includes advising faculty and researchers and/or referring them to appropriate resources for other compliance issues such as financial conflict of interest and foreign influence. Educate new researchers and manage the federal time and effort process for applicable researchers. Continuous learning and educating of researchers on NIH Grants Policy Statement and DFCI Policies. Review Time and Effort prior to routing to researchers for certification.
• Cores, Centers and Chargebacks: Assist in pricing development and annual review of pricing, process monthly billing for internal and external customers, manage funds to ensure revenue meets expenditures.
• High school diploma required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 5 years experience preferred
• Financial management experience is strongly preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
• Computer literacy: Expert with new applications and software programs. Expertise with Excel/Google Sheets preferred.
• Organization: Extensive experience with electronic document and email file storage. Able to complete projects with expertise, accuracy and on time. Adept at prioritization and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Customer Service: Provides superb written and verbal communication. Demonstrated expertise with listening, inquiry, follow-up, and problem-solving skills.
• Critical Thinking: Demonstrated expertise assessing complex situations and developing solutions. Extensive experience analyzing grant data through research, comprehension and application of regulations, policies, and procedures including NIH and other Federal, state and foundation regulations.
• Financial: Adept with budgeting principles, including projections and the integration of multiple complex awards and types with varying project periods.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Adept at cultivating relationships with faculty, research staff, department’s GM team, GM in other departments, and central departments.
• Institute operations and processes: Adept at directing faculty and researchers to appropriate departmental and institutional resources, including for issues or queries outside the standard scope direct responsibility. In depth knowledge of regulations, policies, and DFCI standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Inclusion, Diversity & Equity: Promotes inclusive community where human differences are valued and celebrated and where all are welcome. Creates an inclusive work environment that engages and retains talent.
• Other:Able to lead and influence projects within the Department and across the Institute’s research central offices. Independently discusses and troubleshoots complex issues. Shares ideas openly and accurately, and communicates them effectively, both in writing and verbally.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.

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via Dana-Farber Careers, Boston MA - Dana-Farber Cancer Institute posted_at: 25 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
This position is considered remote, up to 1 day in the office at 10 Brookline Place, Brookline, MA each week. DFCI guidelines state that employees must reside in New England: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont. GENERAL SUMMARY... The Assistant Director, Trustee Relations, Office of the Senior Vice President is responsible for the coordination of activities, operations, and planning related to the Board of This position is considered remote, up to 1 day in the office at 10 Brookline Place, Brookline, MA each week. DFCI guidelines state that employees must reside in New England: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont.

GENERAL SUMMARY...

The Assistant Director, Trustee Relations, Office of the Senior Vice President is responsible for the coordination of activities, operations, and planning related to the Board of Trustees and their intersection with the Division of Philanthropy. The position handles details of a highly confidential and critical nature and must function efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment. The Assistant Director independently manages multiple tasks and projects with competing priorities and deadlines, screens and prioritizes communications and opportunities from external and internal sources, and organizes and maintains administrative processes. The Assistant Director spearheads Trustee Relations projects within the office and oversees all aspects of the Trustee Philanthropy Committee and other Trustee business related to Philanthropy including tracking of patient referrals. Responsible for assisting the entire Division with reaching financial goals.

Embody Dana-Farber’s Core Values: Impact; Excellence; Compassion & Respect; and Discovery every day. Add value to the Dana-Farber community by seeking opportunities to collaborate across the Institute. Foster an ethical, positive, results-oriented culture founded on open communication.

Dana-Farber is pursuing an ambitious, multi-year fundraising effort to change the future of cancer research and care: The Dana-Farber Campaign. This $2 billion campaign is the largest in the Institute’s history and one of the largest ever in the U.S. focused solely on cancer. Philanthropy raised through The Dana-Farber Campaign will accelerate the Institute’s strategic priorities by supporting revolutionary science, extraordinary care, exceptional expertise, and essential opportunities—helping us prevent, treat, and Defy Cancer.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Resume and cover letter required with application submission.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

General
• Serve as the liaison and primary contact between the Board of Trustees, Chair of the Trustee Philanthropy Committee, and Division of Philanthropy;
• Manage agenda development, meeting logistics, and communications, including PowerPoint presentations, for meetings including Trustee Executive Committee, Trustee Philanthropy Committee, Trustee Strategy Group, Trustee Governance, Committee, Campaign Cabinet, and others;
• Maintain confidentiality of the office.

Trustee Relations
• Manage content for the monthly electronic newsletter for Trustees in partnership with the Philanthropy Communications team;
• Organize and serve as the lead, in partnership with the Senior Vice President of Philanthropy, for quarterly Trustee Philanthropy Committee meetings annually;
• Work with Propect Research to assist in the annual review of Trustee board committee assignments and provide materials for annual consideration of new trustees through the nomination process;
• Run the monthly Trustee Strategy Group meeting to manage all aspects of Trustee Relations with the Senior Management team;
• Plan and execute annual orientation program and mentor program for new board members with the Administrator to the Board of Trustees and Governance Committee;
• Collaborate with Donor Relations to plan and execute Trustee-only events such as science tours, luncheons, and small-group gatherings and receptions;
• Train all new Philanthropy employees on Trustee procedures for the Division of Philanthropy;
• Coordinate with Business Units that manage trustee relationships and Donor Relations on gift strategies, solicitations, and stewardship;
• Coordinate with Assistant Vice President of Annual Giving for Trustee Annual Fund solicitations;
• Partner with the Campaign team and the Vice President of Principal and Major Gifts on progress reporting and other projects related to the Trustee Campaign;
• Work with the Fiscal & Regulatory Management and Information Services teams on all Trustee-related reporting needs;
• Oversee the maintenance of accurate Trustee records;
• Communicate and coordinate all Trustee-related activities with the Administrators to the President and Board of Trustees.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reports to the Senior Administrative Director, Office of the Senior Vice President. Independent decision-making must be used in making meeting arrangements and supporting organizational systems.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

GED or high school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. 5-7 years of equivalent work experience required. Excellent written and effective verbal communication skills are required. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and work collaboratively with a variety of personalities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Significant computer skills including but not limited to all Microsoft Office Suite products, including mastery of Excel and PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Outlook, skill at using internet sites and resources to retrieve and provide various information. Must be able to handle all situations and documentation in a highly confidential and professional manner. Must have the ability to exercise good judgment and be comfortable and confident working with senior Institute and Philanthropy leaders.

This position will be expected to communicate with donors and a variety of constituents, vendors, and other individuals and representatives. Flexibility, no day is the same, nature of the work requires adaptability and constant change.

PATIENT CONTACT:

No.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Remote work flexibility (up to one day in the office each week). Evening work (attendance at meetings and events) may be required.

DIVISION OF PHILANTHROPY INCLUSION, DIVERSITY, & EQUITY COMMITMENT STATEMENT:

We’re stronger together.

In the Division of Philanthropy, we believe in the power of different voices. We encourage authenticity and diversity of every individual within our community. Our collective voices – donors, volunteers, staff, and patients alike – allow us to work together towards a world without cancer. Committed to being a place of inclusivity, belonging, and change, these are our core values.

DFCI DISCLAIMER:
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

DFCI offers a competitive benefits package including generous healthcare and retirement plans, at minimum 3-weeks’ vacation time in addition to 10 paid holidays, a flexible work environment, and work/life balance. We also provide an array of professional development opportunities.*
• All benefits subject to Institute changes

We’re hiring! Learn more (https://careers.dana-farber.org/division-of-philanthropy.html) about working in the Division of Philanthropy and view all open positions.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.

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The laboratory of Zuzana Tothova, MD, PhD is a multi-disciplinary team of physician scientists, scientists and computational biologists at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Our laboratory uses genomics and a range of molecular and cellular biological techniques to elucidate the molecular basis of cancer and hematologic disorders and to develop novel therapeutics. Our specific focus is to... understand the role of chromatin modifiers and epigenetic The laboratory of Zuzana Tothova, MD, PhD is a multi-disciplinary team of physician scientists, scientists and computational biologists at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Our laboratory uses genomics and a range of molecular and cellular biological techniques to elucidate the molecular basis of cancer and hematologic disorders and to develop novel therapeutics. Our specific focus is to... understand the role of chromatin modifiers and epigenetic factors and find novel therapeutic opportunities in myeloid malignancies, including myelodysplastic syndromes and acute myeloid leukemia.

A full-time Staff scientist position is available in the laboratory of Zuzana Tothova, MD, Ph.D. at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

Visit our website at: https://tothovalab.dana-farber.org/

We are seeking enthusiastic, self-motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, challenging research environment, and can interact well with others as part of a cohesive team. If you have a desire to make a significant impact in healthcare and have the fortitude to work hard, you will succeed within this team.

This is an ideal position for someone who enjoys being in the world of cutting-edge laboratory research. A growth mindset and a willingness to take on challenging learning opportunities will be sought out traits. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills along with a desire to help others to succeed.

The successful candidate will have a major influence in setting the tone for an intellectually engaging, rigorous, productive, and positive lab environment. They will be provided with significant intellectual freedom and ample opportunities to form collaborations and develop a national and international reputation in the field of myeloid neoplasms.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute brings together world renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allies in the common mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. Combining extremely talented people with the best technologies in a genuinely positive environment, we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all ages; we conduct research that advances treatment; we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers; we reach out to underserved members of our community; and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

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• Technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others, and independent thought.
• Works on problems of moderate to large scope in which analysis of situation or data requires a review of identifiable factors.
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Design, conduct, and troubleshoot hypothesis-testing experiments.
• Design, conduct, and validate high-throughput, hypothesis-generating screens.
• Train and oversee the lab work of research technicians and students in the group.
• Maintain detailed and understandable lab notebooks.
• Interpret and discuss research findings with lab members and the principal investigator.
• Use existing computational tools to analyze complex data sets, including next generation sequencing data sets, and/or fluently and effectively collaborate with computational biologists to accomplish this.
• Develop figures to depict research findings, write research and review papers, and present at scientific meetings.

Accomplished and motivated candidates with at least 6 years of experience and an advanced degree in biomedical sciences and significant experience in molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and cell biology are encouraged to apply.

Technical skills in molecular biology, cell culturing techniques, and protein biochemistry are essential.

Experience generating and using complex datasets (e.g., CRISPR-Cas9 forward genetic screens) or experience with MDS/leukemia mouse disease models are highly desirable.

A background in the pathobiology of myeloid neoplasms is not required and can be ‘learned on the job’.

Clear thinking, writing, and communication skills are absolutely needed. A record of scientific accomplishment as shown by peer-reviewed original research papers is required.

Master's degree with relevant experience or Ph.D.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.

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POSITION SUMMARY: The Center for Patient Derived Models (CPDM) at DFCI is seeking applicants for the position of Research Scientist I. This is an exciting new initiative at the DFCI which seeks to advance modeling science and research using patient derived cell lines (PDCL), patient derived organoids (PDO), patient derived xenografts (PDX), and patient cells in functional precision medicine... (FPM) studies. Applicants must have prior experience POSITION SUMMARY:

The Center for Patient Derived Models (CPDM) at DFCI is seeking applicants for the position of Research Scientist I. This is an exciting new initiative at the DFCI which seeks to advance modeling science and research using patient derived cell lines (PDCL), patient derived organoids (PDO), patient derived xenografts (PDX), and patient cells in functional precision medicine... (FPM) studies. Applicants must have prior experience in laboratory research and preclinical studies in both in vitro and in vivo methods. The applicant will work to advance our knowledge of precision medicine, cancer biology, treatment and diagnostics in all cancer types of adults and children. Applicants hired to this position will apply modern cutting-edge techniques to study and create patient derived models of cancer. Collaborations and projects involve direct interaction with academic and biopharma industry partners.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The position will involve functional testing, genomics, and development of innovative methods to develop long term models that can aid in novel targeted therapy development and diagnosis of treatment effects. The position involves collaborative research as well as opportunities for internal R&D as well as innovations in the field.

Applicants will participate in preclinical studies as well as incorporation of models into therapeutic clinical trials at a local and national level. Applicants with prior experience in animal research and procedures (mouse/PDX, in vivo imaging, small animal surgery), cell culture (conventional and primary cell culture), preclinical, human research, pathology, and drug screening techniques and above methods are preferred.

Projects include development of methods for novel patient derived models, evaluation of drugs and genomic targets in patient models (e.g. CRISPR methods), preclinical studies of PDX models and immune-oncology models, personalized drug response testing in patient cells/organoids using imaging/CTG/or innovative readouts. Development of novel approaches to scaling model use.

The applicant will ensure protocols and/or amendments are in place and are accurate relative to the study design prior to study initiation. Improves experimental procedures if necessary through discussion with Center’s Director, Associate Director and collaborating partners. The applicant will have project management responsibilities.

The applicant will help to lead and maintain a professional laboratory and vivarium environment required for various in vitro and in vivo research activities. The applicant will train/guide/assist new and junior lab members for commonly performed laboratory and animal related techniques and ensure accurate laboratory notebook, record keeping, and data collection.

The applicant is expected to perform independent data analysis and reporting and documenting data in written and oral formats. Opportunities for intellectual input and contribution to manuscripts are readily available. The position will have opportunity to interact with a wide range of clinicians and scientific collaborators. The position will be supervised by the and Center Director and its Faculty Director (Dr. Keith Ligon).

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.
• PhD or other doctoral degree in biomedical/bioengineering or MD with research experience preferred.
• 4-5 years of postgraduate experience is preferred.
• Proven track record of supervisory experience leading and directing the performance and development of others.
• Outstanding verbal and written abilities, including experience writing grants, manuscripts and reports and developing presentations for large audiences.
• Recent related benchwork, preferably in cellular and molecular biology, in vivo and in vitro cancer models, and cancer genomics.
• Familiarity with the development and interrogation of genomic databases.
• Ability to critically review information and readily understand new concepts.
• Ability to develop innovative processes to achieve goals.
• Ability to independently review activates to continually work towards process improvement.
• Some experience in manuscript and grant/proposal writing is required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Please include a statement of interest and three references with your resume as a single document.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide some supervision and training of technicians, postdoctoral fellows and students.

PATIENT CONTACT: None

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.

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The Dana Farber Cancer Institute is seeking a highly motivated, full-time Lab Manager to supervise work in a CLIA certified clinical research laboratory focused on Fanconi Anemia. This individual will be involved in the diagnosis and research of this rare genetic disease. Responsibilities include the coordination and testing of patient samples for diagnosis, and assist with the Director’s... administrative responsibilities in the laboratory and The Dana Farber Cancer Institute is seeking a highly motivated, full-time Lab Manager to supervise work in a CLIA certified clinical research laboratory focused on Fanconi Anemia. This individual will be involved in the diagnosis and research of this rare genetic disease. Responsibilities include the coordination and testing of patient samples for diagnosis, and assist with the Director’s... administrative responsibilities in the laboratory and supervision of the technical staff to manage and maintain good laboratory practices. Visit our website: https://www.dandrealab.org/comprehensive-center-for-fanconi-anemia.html

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

Responsibilities

Manage the coordination and testing of patient samples for diagnosis by a chromosomal instability test using clastogens (mitomycin C and diepoxybutane).

Ensure that all CLIA certified protocols and standards are being met in the lab

Maintain long and short-term cell culture

Culture and harvest clinical specimens

Prepare diagnostic slides

Analyze chromosomal breakage

Utilize computer image analysis

Perform karyotyping and report results

Record and analyze data

Prepare laboratory solutions

Laboratory Operations

Institute, maintain, and improve standard procedures for laboratory efficiencies, including monitoring laboratory expenditure.
Responsible for overseeing efficient inventory maintenance and ordering.
Responsible, directly or indirectly, for care, repair and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Ensure good laboratory practice directly or indirectly through supervised activities of technicians and trainees.
Scientific Operations

Assist PI in monitoring, enabling and facilitating collaborations with other programs.
Active intellectual involvement in research projects is encouraged.

Administrative

Responsible for managing efficient and effective administration of laboratory protocols and research materials/stocks.
Train and manage staff scientists and research technicians and guide recruitment of technical staff.
Responsible for annual reviews of technical staff performance.
Assist PI with counseling, teaching, training, mentoring, orientation, in-service and continuing education for laboratory staff and trainees.
Ensures all lab staff are compliant with DFCI, NIH and sponsor mandatory trainings and the Joint Commission Standards and Practices
Exceptional people management and organization skills, with demonstrated ability to multi-task to enable many concurrent projects in a complex, fast paced environment.
Excellent quantitative, analytic, and problem solving skills to evaluate all aspects of a problem opportunity and make or facilitate appropriate and timely decisions.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability and willingness to work closely with other colleagues as a team; experience and comfort in working with individuals with diverse backgrounds and differing viewpoints; openness to new ideas.
Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Oversees needs of 2-3lab members

Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline required; Master’s or PhD degree preferred
Specialty in cytogenetics is required

ASCP certification is preferred or would need to be obtained once in the position

Must be proficient in basic cytogenetics: scanning and microscopic analysis of chromosomes

A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in management of research laboratory in the field of biological sciences
Familiarity with cancer research laboratory operations including equipment maintenance, safety, compliance, and record keeping

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.

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This position is considered remote, up to 1 day in the office at 10 Brookline Place, Brookline, MA each week. DFCI guidelines state that employees must reside in New England: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont. GENERAL SUMMARY... This Assistant position on Donor Relations supports a comprehensive recognition and events program for a major donor base. Responsible for assisting the entire Division with reaching This position is considered remote, up to 1 day in the office at 10 Brookline Place, Brookline, MA each week. DFCI guidelines state that employees must reside in New England: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont.

GENERAL SUMMARY...

This Assistant position on Donor Relations supports a comprehensive recognition and events program for a major donor base. Responsible for assisting the entire Division with reaching financial goals.

Embody Dana-Farber’s Core Values: Impact; Excellence; Compassion & Respect; and Discovery every day. Add value to the Dana-Farber community by seeking opportunities to collaborate across the Institute. Foster an ethical, positive, results-oriented culture founded on open communication.

Dana-Farber is pursuing an ambitious, multi-year fundraising effort to change the future of cancer research and care: The Dana-Farber Campaign. This $2 billion campaign is the largest in the Institute’s history and one of the largest ever in the U.S. focused solely on cancer. Philanthropy raised through The Dana-Farber Campaign will accelerate the Institute’s strategic priorities by supporting revolutionary science, extraordinary care, exceptional expertise, and essential opportunities—helping us prevent, treat, and Defy Cancer.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Resume and cover letter required with application submission.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide essential administrative support for the Donor Relations recognition and events teams. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Preparing for and scheduling meetings; handling meeting follow-up; and drafting internal communications;
• Collaborating with team members on specific projects such as named space gift proposals, recognition opportunities, recognition gifts procurement, campus tour trainings, and other projects as assigned;
• Assisting with logistics for a range of stewardship, recognition, and cultivation events, including recruiting volunteers, preparing event materials, attending events and assisting with staffing responsibilities, and managing the speaker database;
• Managing the digital asset database and named space inventory catalog;
• Reviewing and maintaining donor recognition walls and displays;
• Creating and maintaining information management systems including donor correspondence, named space changes, donor record reviews, donor recognition gifts, preferred donor recognition listings;
• Managing invitation lists including collecting and managing RSVPs, and sending timely RSVP updates to all applicable Philanthropy staff;
• Assisting with processes for Honor Roll, event communications, and other Philanthropy correspondence;
• Documenting and maintaining department processes, procedures, and forms;
• Preparing materials for strategic initiatives and projects;
• Providing back-up support for front desk as requested;
• Other duties as necessary.

SUPERVISION:

Reports to the Director, Recognition, and Director, Events, both on the Donor Relations team.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate degree and/or administrative training degree required. As this level position is often considered a “base” for someone pursuing a career in Philanthropy, a Bachelor’s degree is preferred with 0-2 years administrative experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
• This position is task-driven, so attention to detail, organization, and prioritization are critical
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams); database management skills helpful
• Effective in working with a wide range of individuals, including highest level of DFCI constituents
• A self-starting attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a customer service team in a fast-paced environment

This position will evaluate current programs and create and execute approved plans to expand and diversify the donors and participants for the events assigned in order to broaden our donor base and create even more inclusive events. Experience with diverse donors is a plus.

PATIENT CONTACT:

No.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Remote work flexibility (up to one day in the office each week). Some evening and weekend work required. Local travel may be required.

DIVISION OF PHILANTHROPY INCLUSION, DIVERSITY, & EQUITY COMMITMENT STATEMENT:

We’re stronger together.

In the Division of Philanthropy, we believe in the power of different voices. We encourage authenticity and diversity of every individual within our community. Our collective voices – donors, volunteers, staff, and patients alike – allow us to work together towards a world without cancer. Committed to being a place of inclusivity, belonging, and change, these are our core values.

DFCI DISCLAIMER:
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

DFCI offers a competitive benefits package including generous healthcare and retirement plans, at minimum 3-weeks’ vacation time in addition to 10 paid holidays, a flexible work environment, and work/life balance. We also provide an array of professional development opportunities.*
• All benefits subject to Institute changes

We’re hiring! Learn more about working in the Division of Philanthropy and view all open positions.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.

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The Scientific Director of the Novel Cell Therapy Lab is responsible for developing, directing, and coordinating the manufacturing of investigational cell therapy products for the Connell and O’Reilly Families Cell Manipulation Core Facility (CMCF) at DFCI. Aside from overseeing both day to day clinical manufacturing, this position is responsible for developing and implementing new initiatives... overseeing program operations including program planning The Scientific Director of the Novel Cell Therapy Lab is responsible for developing, directing, and coordinating the manufacturing of investigational cell therapy products for the Connell and O’Reilly Families Cell Manipulation Core Facility (CMCF) at DFCI. Aside from overseeing both day to day clinical manufacturing, this position is responsible for developing and implementing new initiatives... overseeing program operations including program planning and evaluation, data review and analysis, and overall management of the Novel Cell Therapy (NCT) lab within the CMCF.

The Scientific Director works directly with other key leaders within the Novel Cell Lab; the Assistant Technical Director, Technology Transfer Director and Research and Development Director to support the transition of new projects and process development of new cellular products in collaboration with academic and company sponsors. This Director will work with the Business Director to establish budgets for manufacturing and testing and work with the other director(s) to ensure the processes and documents meet regulatory and accreditation requirements. The position works closely with senior executives, IND sponsors and key investigators internal and external to DFCI.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
• Provide strategic and scientific guidance in technical areas supporting complex cell manufacturing including production of genetically modified cells for investigational clinical trials.
• Serve as analytical development expert on biological assays, cellular characterization and functional assay method development and validation, and establishment of specifications for investigational products.
• Guide teams in the preparation of technical documents and regulatory submissions, participating in their review and approval, and contributing to development of strategies to comply with US and international regulatory standards
• Provide scientific guidance on complex manufacturing investigations
• Lead discussions to identify new scientific/technical opportunities.
• Promote strong partnerships with internal academic investigators and external sponsors to promote the development of novel cellular products and new clinical trials.
• PhD. in Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Virology, Biological Sciences or related discipline is required
• At least 10 years relevant experience in investigational and clinical cellular therapy
• Experienced expert in development of immuno-oncology therapies, vaccines, and/or cell and gene therapy with demonstrated track record of successful development programs and regulatory compliance
• Demonstrated ability to develop, qualify/validate and transfer biologics analytics into manufacturing processes and product testing that meet clinical needs
• Broad knowledge of the industry, including in-depth operating knowledge of the processes and functions involved in cell & gene therapy and vaccine development and life cycle management is required
• Experience with regulatory submission writing and review is required
• Ability to influence without authority in a matrix organization is required
• Candidates must possess excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and make difficult decisions in a timely fashion
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills are required

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.

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With a workforce of over 10,000 faculty, staff, trainees, academic appointees, contractors, and contingent employees -- and expectations for continued growth -- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) is undertaking a “scale up” and transformation of its Human Resources function over the next 3-5 years. An important element of the HR transformation is the creation of a new, cross-functional Human... Resources Service Center (HRSC) to provide front-line With a workforce of over 10,000 faculty, staff, trainees, academic appointees, contractors, and contingent employees -- and expectations for continued growth -- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) is undertaking a “scale up” and transformation of its Human Resources function over the next 3-5 years.

An important element of the HR transformation is the creation of a new, cross-functional Human... Resources Service Center (HRSC) to provide front-line support to its workforce, retirees, and dependent families.

Human Resources is seeking an inaugural Manager, reporting directly to the Director of Well-Being and Benefits with a dotted line into the Vice President for People Operations, to build and manage the HRSC.

The Manager will lead a team of approximate 7 FTEs, mainly service center representatives, who comprise service “tier 1.” The Manager will also lead HR’s efforts to provide a robust set of digital resources (service “tier 0”) to enable and support employee and manager self-service.

The HRSC will respond to requests for service or information in areas such as compensation, time reporting and pay, benefits, hiring, PTO and leaves, employee status changes, learning and diversity programs, payroll related questions and workplace policies. When needed, the HRSC will connect employees to both on- and off-campus service providers such as health insurers, retirement plan administrators, the employee assistance program, the employee credit union, information technology, and transportation services. The HRSC team will work closely with the Onboarding, Immigration, and Occupational Health & Safety teams in HR to coordinate smooth onboarding and the readiness of new hires to work productively on day one.

The HRSC team will be backed up (at service “tier 2”) by generalists in HR Consulting and by subject matter experts in HR centers of expertise (COEs). HR’s service tiers will work together as one team to support individual, team and organizational effectiveness and to provide a positive employment experience.

Our Mission: Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

This position's work location is fully remote with occasional on-campus time in Boston, MA, however the selected candidate may only work remotely from a New England state (ME, VT, NH, MA, CT, RI).

Operations: Direct, manage, and continuously improve HRSC operations. Design and operationalize processes for intake, triage, escalation, resolution, tracking, measurement, and quality control of service requests to Human Resources. Design and implement policies and procedures that enable service center representatives to work effectively, efficiently, and sustainably. Ensure adoption and strong proficiency in the use of service center tools and technology.

Customer Service: Cultivate a positive working relationship between Human Resources and the individuals and groups it serves by frequently communicating, soliciting feedback and listening, and measuring “customer” satisfaction. Manage and close most routine HR service requests at tier 1; escalate complex or sensitive service requests to tier 2, working in partnership with the appropriate service provider, COE or HR generalist to resolve.

Service Excellence: Serve as subject matter expert and thought leader within Human Resources on techniques, technology and practices that enhance service management, service mindset, and customer service. Increase the ability and capacity of the HRSC and HR more broadly to anticipate and respond to user and employee needs quickly. Establish performance and service standards for customer service, responsiveness, and completed resolution. Define, capture, analyze, and report on key performance metrics.

HR Process Improvement: Identify unmet needs or expectations, process gaps and disconnects, or other sources of difficulty for employees or HR users in understanding or performing routine HR tasks easily and successfully. Solve employee and HR user problems at the root-cause level. Collaborate with HRIS, HR consulting, and COEs to improve the employee experience and drive end-to-end HR process improvement.

Leadership: Build a talented, dedicated team of people who contribute to Dana-Farber’s mission by fielding a broad range and high volume of daily HR inquiries and service requests. Create a healthy, engaging work environment and opportunities for learning and growth for the HR Service Center staff. Challenge unrealistic or unachievable demands. Empower and inspire the team to provide the best service and employment experience possible to the Dana-Farber community.

Technology: Define requirements and determine priorities with HRIS and Dana-Farber IS for technology that supports Service Center operations. Effectively leverage automation, data, and process simplification to reduce the labor intensity of HRSC work, reduce cycle time, avoid errors and problems, and improve performance.

Required/Minimum
• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5 - 7 years relevant, successful work experience in HR operations, HR shared services, or an HR service center in a large, complex organization with a workforce of 10,000+
• Strong working knowledge of HR ERPs (such as PeopleSoft or Workday) and HR Integrated Service Management tools (such as ServiceNow or Zendesk)
• Broad fluency and significant subject matter expertise in human resources

Preferred
• Ability to think broadly and strategically about how to provide an excellent employee and HR user experience, and in detail about the people, processes, and systems needed to consistently achieve these outcomes
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills leading to effective problem prevention and resolution, with consistent attention to root causes
• Experience with managing a service center
• Experience working in high-volume HR (shared) services preferably in a health care, research, education or non-profit setting
• Exceptionally effective communicator. Ability to build, develop, and motivate a talented team. Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills. Able to establish a psychologically safe work environment
• Technology-forward, data-fluent way of working
• Strong planning and project management skills; ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously with strong results/goal orientation

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.

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The Bandopadhayay Lab (www.bandolab.org) at DFCI (with co-affiliations with Boston Children’s Hospital and the Broad Institute) is seeking a motivated research assistant to join our efforts to find better treatments for children with brain tumors. We apply cutting-edge genomic technologies to identify drivers of childhood cancers and to determine mechanisms of resistance to current and novel... treatments. Our lab is highly translational and spans The Bandopadhayay Lab (www.bandolab.org) at DFCI (with co-affiliations with Boston Children’s Hospital and the Broad Institute) is seeking a motivated research assistant to join our efforts to find better treatments for children with brain tumors. We apply cutting-edge genomic technologies to identify drivers of childhood cancers and to determine mechanisms of resistance to current and novel... treatments. Our lab is highly translational and spans efforts from acquiring patient samples to generating and analyzing high-throughput datasets from those samples. To that end, the individual will engage in experiments that utilize molecular biology techniques such as cell culture methods, recombinant DNA and gene transfer technology, and other cell biology assays. There will be opportunities to learn and assist in computational methods of analysis. The individual will also assist in daily laboratory operations and organization.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute brings together world renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allies in the common mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. Combining extremely talented people with the best technologies in a genuinely positive environment, we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all ages; we conduct research that advances treatment; we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers; we reach out to underserved members of our community; and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

We encourage all applicants that are enthusiastic about scientific discovery and are passionate about helping improve patient outcomes to apply. Prior research experience in biochemistry, molecular biology, or genetics is a plus, as well as experience with computational coding, data management, and statistical analysis. The ideal candidate will be a team player, highly self-motivated, and eager to engage in translational research. We are looking for candidates with a minimum of two years of availability, with positions to commence in Summer/Fall 2023.

A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent is required, preferably in the biological, biochemical, or computational sciences

Bando Lab Mission and Culture

Who we are and what we do

We are a team of scientists who are dedicated to applying cutting edge methods and technologies to find better treatments for children with brain tumors. We are united in our mission to work as hard as we can, together as a team, and collaboratively with researchers in other programs, to find those treatments that are so desperately needed for thousands of children diagnosed with brain tumors around the world.

Diversity is essential in science and medicine

We, the members of the Bando Lab, want to make the following statement concerning equality in the workplace. Our lab celebrates diversity, and we recognize that our team only stands to gain from including members with different backgrounds, ways of life, experiences and opinions. We hold ourselves accountable for treating each other fairly and equally to create the best environment possible to succeed with our goals as researchers and individuals. Cancer does not discriminate, so to beat it, neither can we.

Immunization and vaccination statement

All members of the Bando lab must complete and adhere to all immunization and vaccination requirements that are required by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. This includes up to date COVID-19 and Influenza vaccination.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law
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