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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Supervising Research Scientist (Head of Cell Therapy Research Laboratory)
Job Category	Staff & Executive
Department	CINJ-Medical Immunology
Overview	Our vision is to be a statewide, national and world leader of scientific discovery, transdisciplinary engagement, translation, patient care and education that improves outcomes for cancer patients and populations.   We will accomplish this by conducting innovative basic, clinical and population research and cutting-edge patient-centered care that expands our understanding of the etiology and biology of cancer; facilitates the rapid translation of laboratory-based discoveries into human studies; develops new approaches and interventions for cancer prevention that decrease cancer incidence and mortality; and develops new and better therapies to decrease suffering and mortality from cancer.    Curiosity and Discovery, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Caring, Perseverance.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Supervising Research Scientist within the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey. The Supervising Research Scientist, Head of Cell Therapy Research Laboratory, at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey will be responsible for providing leadership and direction for all aspects of the laboratory with a focus on innovative, collaborative research on the discovery and development of T cell therapy for cancer. The Supervising Research Scientist will lead the research team and direct day-to-day operations, including performance of experimental work in TCR discovery, development and implementation of experimental protocols for immunology and T cell biology, managing research collaborations, oversight of standard operating procedures (SOPs), budget development, project management, resource and personnel management, workflow, financial management, and training and supervision of staff. The Supervising Research Scientist will play a critical role in ensuring the success of the Cell Therapy research program at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey. Among the key duties for this position are the following:  Approving the design and overseeing the coordination of immunology, T cell biology, and TCR discovery research projects within the laboratory, ensuring they align with research goals, strategies, and timelines.  Planning, leading, and conducting independent research in the field of cell therapy, including the design and implementation of experiments, analysis of data, and interpretation of results.  Planning, leading, and conducting translational research, including the translation of basic scientific discoveries such as the identification of new TCRs into clinical applications such as the development of new TCR-T cell therapies through close collaboration with the GMP/PD Facility at CINJ, and the evaluation of new therapeutic approaches in preclinical settings.  Providing direction to and collaborating with research faculty in the Cell Therapy Research laboratory.  Delivering oral and written presentations of research conducted.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	33S
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	102985.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	125564.000
Annual Maximum Salary	148142.000
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	CWA, Local 1031
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Master’s degree in immunology or related field plus four (4) years of related research experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Must have previous experience in supervisory or lead responsibilities. A strong background in research principles and techniques including molecular biology and immunology methods and the use of animal models is required. Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications	Ph.D. in immunology or a related field with two (2) years of postdoctoral experience strongly preferred. Effective oral and written communication skills.
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Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST2736
Posting Open Date	10/05/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
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