Research Associate

4 days ago

Chapel Hill, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Department:

Lineberger Compr Cancer Center-426801

Career Area :

Research Professionals

Posting Open Date:

06/21/2024

Application Deadline:

07/19/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title:

Research Associate

Appointment Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number:

20065112

Vacancy ID:

NF0008260

Full Time/Part Time:

Full-Time Permanent

FTE:

1

Hours per week:

40

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

Dependent on Qualifications/Experience

Proposed Start Date:

08/05/2024

Be a Tar Heel:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Position Summary:

The Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center laboratory is seeking a Research Associate to conduct scientific research in the Earp Lab. This Research Associate will independently guide assay development, immune assays, genomic analysis, and preclinical in vivo assessment of therapeutic agents targeting receptor and intracellular tyrosine kinases. This position will also be expected to write manuscripts and contribute to writing grant applications. Additionally, this position requires high level expertise in conducting complex experimental assays. The lab identified has studied several RTK genes, including MerTK, for 20 years and is now using genetically engineered mice and chemical agents to understand their mechanism of action. These kinases have roles in the mouse innate immune system and in neoplastic cells. Assays of MerTK action in human samples will also be developed. Expertise in immune analysis, genomic analysis and biochemical, molecular assays are areas of interest. Experience with mouse models of cancer is highly desired.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

* PhD or advanced degree in Biomedical Science or related field.
* Relevant experience in industry or academia with a range of immune, molecular, cellular, and animal model experimentation experience required.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

* Postdoctoral experience is desired but not required.
* Experience in grant writing.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

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