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University of Chicago (UC)

Technical Director

University of Chicago (UC), Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Location: Chicago, IL

Job Description:

In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents.Responsibilities include development of new monitoring assays for clinical/translational studies.

Establish new assay procedures and create SOPs.

Manage clinical specimen logistics and storage.

Prepare reports and drafts for grant proposals and scientific paper publications.

Oversee technicians, maintain fee structures and chargeback accounts, and perform general laboratory management.

Responsible for administrative function for the HIM including: generating operating and capital budgets, monitoring financial performance, hiring, training and supervising staff.

Manage supply and reagents inventory; selection and maintenance of equipment; facilities management, information services, quality assurance practices.

Adherence with compliance, accreditation and other regulatory requirements as well as institutional policies and procedures.

Participate in the research study designs and generation of grant proposals, as well as performance of experiments and doing some of the assays in the facility.

Manage workflow and execution of research operations of the HIM based upon policies, procedures and practices developed in conjunction with Faculty Director.

Interact regularly with various Hospitals-University of Chicago â“ Cancer Research Center personnel while performing the responsibilities of the job.

Uses subject matter and best practices knowledge to perform lab and/or research-related duties and tasks. Works independently to assist with project design.

Solves complex problems relating to the administration of projects, including planning new procedures, adapting existing procedures to the needs of the project, and making significant contributions to methodology.

Performs other related work as needed.

Preferred QualificationsEducation:Ph.D. in immunology, laboratory medicine or related health science discipline OR a Masterâs degree with a minimum of five years of experience in a field of study relevant to the research being conducted.

â‹Experience:Familiarity with T cell biology and human immunology.

Experience with single cell technology, spatial technology, and multiplex.

Minimum of three years of technical experience working in a clinical or research laboratory with a minimum of two years of supervisory experience strongly preferred.

â‹Preferred CompetenciesExcellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Must be able to follow complicated technical guidelines and execute laboratory procedures with a minimum of direct supervision.

Work in an intellectually rigorous environment and be able to assimilate new knowledge and learn laboratory techniques in collaboration with faculty, residents and technical staff.

Able to be called upon to train technical staff techniques and procedures as needed.

Working ConditionsLab environment.

Incumbent is expected to possess manual dexterity normally associated with working as a technologist or technician in a clinical or research laboratory.

Application DocumentsResume (required)

Cover Letter (preferred)

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