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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) is seeking a highly motivated Pre-Clinical Scientist to support the research activities at the Experimental Therapeutics (ETx) Core and the Lurie Family Imaging Center (LFIC). The ETx Core and LFIC are co-located in a state-of-the-art 14,000 square-foot preclinical facility, fully equipped with housing and procedure rooms, as well as a suite of in vivo imaging scanners. The Pre-Clinical Scientist will integrate with a highly skilled team of Scientists and Research Associates, and report directly to the Director. The in vivo studies conducted at the facility are focused on cancer research, with an emphasis on in vivo pharmacology, the assessment of novel cancer therapeutics, and multimodality imaging of cancer, and provide key information for the improvement of cancer patient treatment and care.

The position is at 27 Dry Dock Ave, South Boston

https://lfic.dfci.harvard.edu/

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.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively and in concert with a staff of dedicated scientists, animal/imaging technologists/associates, administrative personnel, and clinical counterparts to design and execute oncology related mouse studies using various imaging modalities (BLI/MRI/SPECT/PET/CT, etc) as well as the entire spectrum of conventional (e.g., caliper measurements, clinical scoring) endpoints to evaluate pre-clinical novel cancer therapies. The Pre-Clinical Scientist will work closely with the Director to execute the vision and strategic direction of translational cancer research. The Pre-Clinical Scientist will partner with clinical affiliates to facilitate bidirectional translational cancer science. The Pre-Clinical Scientist will work closely with other Centers and Departments at Dana-Farber that are engaged in research on small animal modeling in cancer and in experimental therapeutics. The Scientist will be expected to develop research projects for presentation at national meetings and publication in peer-reviewed journals. The Pre-Clinical Scientist will build collaborations with principal investigators, other departments, and industrial partners to design experimental therapeutics studies, and will be responsible for the execution, analysis and generation of reports for studies.

Skills and Abilities Required

+ Hands-on experience using various cell line and PDX mouse/rat models and orthotopic models to execute in vivo workflows is highly desired.

+ Familiar with IVIS, PET/CT, MRI and other imaging approaches.

+ Demonstrated ability to deploy novel in vivo models to enable drug discovery and translational research.

+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external collaborators.

+ Demonstrated expertise in various in vitro methodologies such as immune profiling by flow cytometry, ELISA and Western blot analysis.

+ Ability to establish independent research and secure external funding

+ Full-time, M-F; hours may vary with project needs

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute supports a robust Scientist career track with multiple opportunities for advancement, leadership, and recognition. The successful candidate will be appointed to a level within the Scientist career track commensurate with his or her accomplishments and abilities. Promotion on this track will be based on achievement of goals.

+ PhD cancer biology, biology or relevant biological sciences

+ Minimum of 5 years’ experience in pre-clinical pharmacology pre- or post-PhD

+ Established track record of research publications, preferably in cancer research

+ Builds productive internal/external working relationships.

+ Having wide-ranging experience, uses technical concepts and Institute objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.

+ Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.

+ Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

+ Networks with key contacts outside our own area of expertise.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)

$80,000 - $82,900

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 characteristics protected by law.

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