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Scientific Program Manager, Immune Therapies
JDRF Executive Office, New York, NY

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRF) is currently seeking a Scientific Program Manager, Immune Therapies to join our Research team in New York City. 

JDRF is the worldwide leader for research to cure type 1 diabetes.  It sets the global agenda for diabetes research, and is the largest charitable funder and advocate of diabetes science worldwide.  The mission of JDRF is to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research.  Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that strikes children and adults suddenly, and can be fatal or lead to devastating complications.  Since its founding in 1970 by parents of children with type 1 diabetes, JDRF has awarded more than $1.4 billion to diabetes research, including $101 million in FY2009.  In FY2009, JDRF funded research projects in 22 countries throughout the world, including more than 40 human clinical trials.

The Scientific Program Manager (SPM) will assist in the management of the research projects within JDRF’s Immune Therapies Program. The SPM will build on his/her scientific experience to develop and implement research programs aimed at addressing key scientific and programmatic gaps within the Immune Therapies portfolio. S/he will liaise with both the scientific and lay communities in the management of program activities and will coordinate committees and meetings.

Specific responsibilities include: 

• Plan/oversee the review of grant applications. Prepare summary statements and monitor budgets. Accountable for implementing the budgetary recommendations and any scientific contingencies of the review committee.
• Monitor and evaluate ongoing managed research grants, collaborative academic and industry grants. Assess progress reports and evaluate the achievement of project milestones. Convene external evaluation meetings where necessary.
• Plan, schedule, prioritize, and monitor all activities related to individual projects under the SPM’s responsibility.  Develop timelines and budgets, and ensure that tasks are completed on time and within budget.
• Assist in the development and implementation of gap-filling research projects within the area of T1D immunotherapy.
• Communicate with researchers to provide information about the application and review processes as well as any other pertinent matters.
• Liaise with researchers (from academia and industry), funding agencies, and JDRF’s lay community. Represent JDRF with various organizations to exchange information, develop collaborations, and address challenges of mutual interest where appropriate.
• Participate in and organize meetings. Develop and deliver presentations as required, and provide input and suggestions.
• Attend relevant scientific conferences.
• Keep in the front of scientific progress in the field of immunology of T1D.
• Ensure that the confidentiality and security of all information under his/her supervision is maintained.
• Operate with great latitude for independent judgment and initiative. 

Experience Required:

• Ph.D. or M.D.
• Minimum of 2 years post-doctoral or medical training experience
• Knowledge of immunology
• Knowledge of Type 1 Diabetes or autoimmunity strongly desired
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills (MS Office and internet)
Other Requirements
• Ability to travel about 20% of the time
• Effectively multi-task, establish priorities, and work in a fast paced environment. Highly efficient in time management and can meet deadlines under pressure.
• Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills.
• Team player that has the ability to interface with all staff and volunteers. Must develop, maintain, and utilize relationships.
• Superior active listening, observation, analytical, and problem recognition and solving skills.
• Ability to work and make judgments independently and take initiative.
• Excellent written, oral, and communication skills. Aptitude for presentation delivery, conveying ideas, and instructing effectively. Ability to communicate with scientific peers and the public. 

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JDRF offers competitive salaries and a full array of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holiday and sick), medical and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), a maternity benefit program, and a retirement plan as well as a business casual work environment.
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To apply for this position, please send resume with salary requirements to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it with “SPMI” only in the subject line. We thank all candidates for the responses to this advertisement. However, we regret that we will be able to contact only select candidates. JDRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are seeking a Post-Doctoral Fellow that has experience with magnetic resonance (MR) techniques.  Our research team focuses on the use of MR methods to characterize pre-clinical cancer models for gliomas and hepatocellular carcinomas, as well as assessing anti-cancer therapeutics.  Our research group commonly uses molecular MRI, diffusion-weighted imaging, perfusion imaging and/or spectroscopy to characterize tumor morphology, function and metabolism.  We are also involved in collaborative research in the broad areas of neurological diseases, cardiovascular biology, cancer and diabetes, with research scientists from the foundation as well as the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.  The applicant should have a Ph.D. in the field of medical physics, chemistry, bio-physics, bio-engineering, or a suitable alternative.  It is preferred that the applicant will have experience with the use of in vivo MRI and/or MRS methods. The position has sufficient funds for up to 3 years given satisfactory performance, which may be increased upon obtaining further successful grant funding. 

OMRF (www.omrf.org) is highly ranked amongst the biomedical research institutions within the United States of America, and internationally.  OMRF is independent, not-for-profit, and is adjacent to the campus of the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) in Oklahoma City.  OMRF investigators enjoy close scientific interactions with OUHSC faculty and participate in OUHSC graduate programs.  Oklahoma City is quickly becoming a desirable city to live in.  It's attributes include an open-atmosphere downtown area, world-renowned  arts and heritage museums, performing arts centers, multi-cultural restaurants, convention centers, botanical gardens, a science center, and an exceptional zoo, to name a few.

Interested applicants should contact:
Dr. Rheal A. Towner,
Director, Advanced Magnetic Resonance Center
825 N.E. 13th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73104 U.S.A.
Phone: (405) 271-7383
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OMRF offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits and a collegial work environment.
EOE/AA

Associate Scientist
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, TN

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, located in Memphis, Tennessee, is a premier center for research and treatment of potentially fatal childhood diseases, including cancer and certain blood, genetic, and immunodeficiency disorders. The hospital's mission is to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. St. Jude is dedicated to providing unsurpassed patient care and to advancing the health of children through biomedical research.

Currently, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital has an opening for an Associate Scientist (Job Number 16149).

The Associate Scientist in the Oncology Department utilizes unique, advanced skills that assist investigators in achieving the highest research goals. Our lab is interested in NK cell and stem cell transplantation. The Associate Scientist learns, develops procedures and participates in the publication of research results. The candidate will conduct experiments and requires no specific supervision. The incumbent will manage various laboratory operations, train laboratory personnel, and pursue advanced knowledge of a specific area of research. The candidate will perform other related duties as assigned or directed in order to meet the goals and objectives of the department.

Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate scientific field plus a minimum of 15 years of relevant post-degree work experience is required or a Master's degree in an appropriate scientific field plus a minimum of 14 years of relevant post-degree work experience is required, or a PhD in appropriate scientific field plus a minimum of 9 years of relevant post-degree work experience including post-doctoral and/or technical staff experience is required.
• Experience in monoclonal antibody production and bioengineering in immunotherapy is preferred.

St. Jude offers a positive working culture, professional advancement, & competitive compensation. Qualified applicants may apply for this position or others via our online process at www.stjude.org/jobs

www.stjude.org
An Equal Opportunity Employer

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