Pediatric Cancer Genomics & Epigenetics Researcher

The-University-of-Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago's Department of Pediatrics, Section of Pediatric Hematology, Oncology, and Stem Cell Transplantation seeks a full-time Research Professional to support the Applebaum Lab's cancer biology program. The role involves experimental design, data collection and analysis, and collaboration with investigators across academic organizations to advance pediatric cancer research.

You will perform experiments, contribute to grant applications and publications, and help coordinate

Qualifications

• PhD in a related life-science field required.
• Hands-on experience in academic lab settings is essential.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques such as CRISPR, CUT&RUN, and epigenetic assays.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and interpret research studies in pediatric cancer biology.
• Collect, manage, and analyze experimental data; prepare figures and reports.
• Collaborate with investigators and contribute to grant applications and publications.
• Mentor students and research personnel; coordinate research activities.

Skills

CRISPR

CUT&RUN

Epigenetics

Data analysis

Education

PhD in molecular biology

Tools

Flow cytometry

Mouse handling

Job description

The University of Chicago's Department of Pediatrics, Section of Pediatric Hematology, Oncology, and Stem Cell Transplantation seeks a full-time Research Professional to support the Applebaum Lab's cancer biology program. The role involves experimental design, data collection and analysis, and collaboration with investigators across academic organizations to advance pediatric cancer research.

You will perform experiments, contribute to grant applications and publications, and help coordinate