Research in the Wu Lab (https://wulab.dfci.harvard.edu/) focuses on how best to effectively mount human immune responses to recognize and eradicate cancer, with dedicated effort on the discovery and targeting of tumor antigens. A longstanding theme of our studies has been how best to launch immunotherapeutic efforts in a personalized fashion, initially through studies in the area of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT), together with whole tumor cell vaccination (Burkhardt JCI 2013), and more recently through the implementation of personal neoantigen-targeting cancer vaccines (Ott & Hu Nature 2017; Keskin Nature 2019). We have an opening for a skilled scientist who has a broad range of experimental skills, from cell culture to molecular biology to in vivo animal studies, and who is able to work closely with postdoctoral fellows, students and other trainees in the laboratory on diverse projects. At the same time, this individual will engage in lab management activities, and in the teaching of protocols to trainees. The positions in this job family will assist scientists in performing scientific research, development and/or clinical tasks of varying complexity. In general, they will assist in the set up, operation and maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment, monitoring experiments, making observations and calculating and recording results Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals. + Set up, adjust, calibrate, clean, maintain and troubleshoot equipment. + Clean, maintain and prepare supplies and work areas and may be responsible for ordering of supplies. Collaborates with Purchasing and may be responsible for negotiating with vendors. + Conduct standardized biological, microbiological or biochemical tests and laboratory analyses, including the collection of information and samples from organic substances, such as blood, drugs, and animals. + Isolate, identify and prepare specimens for examination. + Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings, including contributing to grant preparation and presentations, and look for opportunities to co-author publications. + Participate in grant application process and manuscript preparation as required. + Maintains detailed notebook of all work-related activities. + Monitors laboratory work to ensure compliance with Environmental Health and Safety information as well as the standard operation procedures specific to each laboratory. + Expected to provide intellectual and interactive commitment to position by keeping up with appropriate literature and research publications. + May be responsible for the development, modification and improvement of standard operating procedures. + Uses computers, computer-interfaced equipment, robotics or high-technology applications to perform work duties. + Responsible for designing and executing advanced experiments and setting strategy. + Responsible for the examination of animals and specimens to detect the presence of disease or other problems. + **SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:** Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments and may coordinate activities of other staff + Bachelor's Degree required with a major in biology or chemistry preferred. + Minimum of 4-6 years related experience. + Having wide-ranging experience, uses technical concepts and Institute objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. + Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. + Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise. + Knowledge of information and techniques related to either biology, chemistry, or medicine is preferred. + Must have excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and be able to work with a wide variety of faculty and staff. + Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems. + Must have attention to detail and be thorough in completing work tasks. + Ability to work within a team environment. **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:** + Knowledge of information and techniques related to either biology, chemistry, or medicine is preferred. + Must have excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and be able to work with a wide variety of faculty and staff. + Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems. + Must have attention to detail and be thorough in completing work tasks. + Ability to work within a team environment. At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. **EEOC Poster**