Scientist I

Overview

The Belfer Center for Applied Cancer Science is an integrative research center within Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Our mission is to enhance and accelerate oncology drug discovery & development through bridging of academia, industry, and clinical research. We apply industrial capabilities to cutting edge academic/clinical science. We partner with industry in drug discovery/development & work with industrial partners to delineate the clinical path of novel therapies for cancer patients. This integrated, goal-oriented organization represents a new academic construct that provides an unprecedented opportunity to change the way anti-cancer therapeutics are discovered and developed.

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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.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-laboratory collaborations to characterize novel targets and therapeutic approaches for cancer
• Design experiments and execute on protocols; propose modification to protocols as needed
• Maintain accurate records, write reports, and prepare presentations
• Contribute to project team as well as overall laboratory organization and safety
• Operation and maintenance of mass spectrometer instrumentation
• Manage project Team

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in mass spectrometry or related field with 4-5 years experience
• Experience working in proteomics and biochemistry
• Experience performing quantitative mass spectrometry assays
• Familiarity with Thermo instrumentation (Eclipse, Fusion, Q Exactive Plus, EASY-nLC, Astral-Orbitrap)
• Familiarity with mass spectrometry methods (DIA, DDA, TMT-MS3, MRM, PRM, Intact Mass, etc.)
• Independent, self-motivated, and innovative
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Outstanding interpersonal and team skills
• Ability to excel in a goal-oriented and fast-moving team environment
• Basic immunology a plus

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)

$74,600 - $82,900

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.