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Hiring Department: Department of Medicine Salary: The previously determined salary range for this position was $200,000 to $210,000. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs. About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position Summary The Research Associate Professor will provide strategic leadership, oversight, and coordination of community outreach and engagement efforts across the UI Cancer Center (UICC). This individual will serve as a key advisor to the UICC Director and as an advocate for community-focused initiatives within center-wide planning, decision-making, and scientific development. Duties & Responsibilities * Serve as a principal advisor to the UICC Director in all matters related to COE. * Ensure alignment with Cancer Center Support Grant (CCSG) requirements, NCI guidelines, and institutional priorities. * Promote consistency of language, strategy, and documentation across COE components in accordance with CCSG expectations. * Represent and advocate for COE priorities during UICC planning, resource allocation, and strategic discussions. * Initiate, lead, and support collaborations across departments and colleges within the University of Illinois Chicago. * Collaborate with other Associate Directors, program leaders, and faculty to advance UICC's strategic goals. * Help shape the vision, strategic priorities, and actionable strategies for COE initiatives. * Monitor, evaluate, and report on progress toward UICC strategic planning goals. * Provide input into budgeting, resource distribution, and infrastructure planning to support COE. * Build and maintain partnerships with institutional, local, and national collaborators to elevate UICC's community impact. * Serve as an active member of the Executive Committee and Cancer Scientific Council. Minimum Qualifications * Terminal degree required (PhD, MD, doctorate) * Minimum of 7 years of experience in discipline, including at least 3 years of demonstrated leadership in research and/or clinical area. * Must have peer-reviewed funding and/or PI of Clinical Trials, as applicable for specialty/discipline. * Eligible for Research Associate Professor rank in the College of Medicine The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

Sci, R&D - Product Development This is a Research and Development (R&D) role leading Productivity Pipeline product development initiatives across all businesses within the Kraft Heinz North America. The candidate will be developing and executing work plans and driving for results to meet business initiatives focused on productivity idea development and execution. This includes basic understanding of the business need, commercialization, designing and executing tests, analyzing data, drawing conclusions, documenting, and communicating results to both technical and non-technical audiences. Proven communication and teamwork skills are essential in this role, which operates in a dynamic cross-functional environment. The candidate must also have a strong technical background and ability to think critically to apply prior knowledge and scientific principles to new situations. This position requires an individual to manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently and with a moderate degree of autonomy. Collaboration, growth-oriented mindset, and flexibility are a must. Key Components of the role * Work with cross functional teams to lead and support projects from concept to commercialization, including Marketing, Operations, Quality, External Manufacturers, and Procurement * Demonstrate the willingness and ability to learn new product categories and/or processing/packaging areas * Manage multiple assignments/development projects concurrently to meet R&D timelines * Call out and discuss priority conflicts between a variety of business initiatives * Design, support, and execute plant trials, then summarize and translate results clearly for technical and non-technical teams * Formula/product commercialization working closely with teams at production plants * Direct communication with suppliers and manufacturing partners * Adapt and apply scientific principles to new situations/products and have a moderate degree of autonomy * Create and update multi-component product specifications with attention to detail Qualifications: * BS/MS in Food Science, Food Engineering, Packaging Science, Dairy Science, Meat Science, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, or related field * Minimum of 2 years in a Technical Function (which can include all graduate and/or internship work) * Product development and commercialization experience as well as direct experience with are desired but not a prerequisite * Understanding of ingredient functionality and interrelationship of ingredients, process, and packaging * Excellent communication, influencing, prioritization, and project management skills * Strong critical thinking skills and ability to make connections to the big picture * Ability to lead, coach, and motivate others * Manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently with the ability to question the priority of work * Strong understanding of Design of Experiments * Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz' strategy and values. New Hire Base Salary Range: $77,800.00 - $97,300.00 Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents. The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families. You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example: * Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments * Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training * Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs * Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability Location(s) Glenview R&D Center, Heinz Innovation Center Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact *********************** for assistance.

The Department of Pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine seeks a full-time tenure track Investigator at the rank of Assistant Professor. There continues to be an increasing concern about the pipeline of independent, productive physician-scientists in pediatrics. The Pediatric Physician Scientist Research Award (PPSRA) Program is intended as one strategy in addressing this limitation by providing intramural Departmental support for actively and/or newly recruited junior investigators who show outstanding potential for developing an independently funded research program. The PPSRA will provide salary support to protect sufficient time for selected Scholars to dedicate to their research programs within a robust mentoring environment. The candidate's Division will be expected to protect 75% of the individual's time for research. It is anticipated that the successful candidate's remaining time would be allocated to clinical activities in their Division with minimal to no commitment to administration. Qualified candidates will have an MD or DO and experience in biomedical research and candidates should express their interest directly to the Head of their relevant clinical division. Salary is commensurate with position and experience. The start date is negotiable and the position will remain open until filled. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides some of the highest quality pediatric care in the country. We have received numerous awards and accolades, including being ranked 6th on the 2015-16 U.S. News & World Report honor roll. We were also one of only 12 hospitals in the country to be awarded the honor roll designation for scoring in the top 10% in at least three specialties. Lurie Children's is the only pediatric hospital in Illinois to be ranked in all 10 specialties. Lurie Children's provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. Northwestern University is a leading national research university affiliated with clinical partners Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab (formerly the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago), each of which is consistently ranked among the top hospitals nationally among its peers. Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine ranks as one of the top research oriented medical schools in the country. Its Clinical Sciences and Translational Research center (NUCATS) functions as an integrated hub supporting and accelerating clinical and translational science across Northwestern University (including six schools), our three nationally-renowned clinical partners, our Chicago community and stakeholders, and the broad consortium of CTSA-funded institutions. Construction was begun in 2015 on a new 600,000 square-foot Biomedical Research Building that will be adjacent and connected to the Robert H. Lurie Medical Research Center. The space will more than double vivarium capacity and house laboratories for both Feinberg and Lurie Children's Hospital, and have an eventual build-out capacity of approximately 1.2 million square feet. The Searle Rehabilitation Research Center at RIC is one of the largest and most respected programs of its kind. Has just moved into a new hospital facility, two blocks from its previous site. This new hospital will bring 21st century biomedical science and research directly into the clinical environment with a focus on advancing patient ability. Chicago is a major metropolitan area that boasts world class cultural institutions, restaurants, and both professional and college sports. It is a city with a vibrant downtown and many culturally diverse neighborhoods filled with a unique series of parks and nature preserves, including an 18 mile public lakefront consisting of beaches, parks, harbors, and trails. When applying, please upload this completed list of references form to suggest the names of individuals who could write letters of reference on your behalf. Please read ALL instructions and make preparations before proceeding to the application page: * Applications will only be accepted via online submission (see link below). * Please prepare all documents in advance as Adobe PDF files, and please be sure all information is entered correctly and accurately (especially names and email addresses), as there will be no opportunity for online revision after your application has been submitted. * All required fields in the application form are marked with an asterisk and must be filled before clicking the "Submit" button. * Be aware that incomplete applications cannot be saved. Applications accepted here: Apply for Job Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. 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About Calamos Calamos is a diversified, global asset and wealth management firm offering a wide range of innovative investment strategies. As one of the top liquid alternative asset managers in the world, Calamos maintains dedicated investment teams across all asset classes, with global research capabilities and access to specialized private and public markets. Calamos offers investment strategies and personal wealth management solutions through separately managed portfolios, mutual funds, ETFs, closed-end funds, private funds, and UCITS funds. Clients include major corporations, pension funds, endowments, foundations, and individuals, as well as the financial advisors and consultants who serve them. Headquartered in the Chicago metropolitan area (with offices in both Naperville and Fulton Market in Chicago), the firm also maintains offices in New York, San Francisco, Milwaukee, Portland, and the Miami area. Summary of the Role The Research Associate position is an excellent gateway into investment research. The job entails two primary responsibilities, portfolio administration and research. As an associate, responsibility is given to invest and monitor accounts following the direction of the portfolio managers. This responsibility provides exposure to Portfolio Management and an understanding of investment strategy and monitoring. The research responsibility focuses on primary fundamental analysis in support of portfolio managers and senior analysts. Senior Sector Heads. This work includes assignments such as company reviews, financial modeling, and portfolio analysis. This position is a starting point within research, with an emphasis on account administration in the initial stages. Primary Responsibilities * Invests a group of accounts following the strategy direction of portfolio managers. * Addresses all client requests; including cash flows, tax trades, and guidelines. * Supports Portfolio Management on their strategies via reports, scans, and monitoring. * Completes increasing number and complexity of research assignments and demonstrate a good grasp of basic, fact-based research skills. * Completes company reviews, financial modeling, and portfolio analysis. * Maintains a solid understanding of Calamos products and securities processing; maintains a knowledge of investment models and processes. Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's degree required in business, finance or other related area; work towards an MBA or Master's in Finance preferred. * CFA candidate preferred. * 0-2 years of relevant work experience. * High attention to detail with excellent organizational skills. * Good research skills with the ability to compile and analyze data. * Interest in and a solid knowledge about the markets and the industry. * PC skills in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel with the ability to learn new programs quickly. Compensation Disclosure The compensation for this role takes into account various factors, including work location, individual skill set, relevant experience, and other business needs. The estimated base salary range for this position is $80,000 - $95,000. Additionally, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Please note that this is the current estimate of the base salary range intended for this role at the time of posting. The base salary range may be adjusted in the future. Benefits Calamos offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, and employer-paid short and long-term disability), as well as retirement benefits (401(k) and profit sharing), paid time off, paid parental leave, and other wellness benefits.

$69,800.00-$100,133.00. Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (known as Fermilab) seeks highly qualified candidates for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the Physics Simulation Department of the Computational Science and Artificial Intelligence Directorate. The selected candidate will pursue foundational work to develop and lead a broad low-energy science program in DUNE and other neutrino experiments, including measurements of MeV-scale astrophysical neutrinos and searches for a variety of phenomena beyond the Standard Model. Software development in C++ will be a major job responsibility, with the goal to deliver improvements to the physics models and technical capabilities of the MARLEY neutrino event generator. Analysis of data from liquid argon time projection chambers will be the other primary focus of the role, with initial work on cross-section measurements in the Short-Baseline Neutrino program experiments (SBND, MicroBooNE, and ICARUS) transitioning to related low-energy analyses in the DUNE far detector. The initial appointment will be for a period of up to three (3) years, with the potential for extension considered on a yearly basis thereafter, and subject to continued funding. Essential Qualifications: Ph.D. in particle physics, nuclear physics, or another relevant subject by the time of the appointment. Candidates with experimental, theoretical, and/or computational backgrounds will be considered. Programming experience in C++ Demonstrated experience in scientific research and computing Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively on a team with varied strengths Preferred Qualifications: Experience with neutrino data analysis, MeV-scale nuclear reactions, nuclear data evaluation, and/or uncertainty quantification techniques Experience in developing physics event generators and/or other Monte Carlo simulation codes Experience with collaborative software development tools (e.g., Git) Interest in mentoring junior scientists Application Instructions Interested candidates should submit the following documents via Academic Jobs Online: **************************************** Curriculum Vitae including a list of selected publications Research Statement Programming Experience Statement: In no more than one page, please describe your familiarity and experience with computer programming in general and the C++ language in particular. This may include programming experience unrelated to academic research. Candidates are encouraged to optionally provide hyperlinks in the statement to one or two samples of their prior programming work that are accessible online (e.g., in a code repository hosted by GitHub). Three Reference Letters (to be submitted by the reference writers at the AJO site). For general information about this position, please contact Steven Gardiner at *****************. Benefits/Perks: Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including: Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts Paid time off Life insurance Short and Long-term disability insurance Retirement benefits Onsite day care Why Fermilab: Fermilab is America's premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole. Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings. Equal Opportunity Statement Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus Fermilab requires all members of the public to produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here: ******************************************************************************* If a candidate is selected for an interview but does not possess any of the equivalent documents, we may schedule a virtual interview. What To Expect Next: We'll be in touch! If your qualifications are in alignment with the position requirements, one of our recruiters will be reaching out to schedule a phone interview to learn more about your career interests and goals. In the meantime, we encourage you to check us out on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, or our About Us page.

About Calamos Calamos is a diversified, global asset and wealth management firm offering a wide range of innovative investment strategies. As one of the top liquid alternative asset managers in the world, Calamos maintains dedicated investment teams across all asset classes, with global research capabilities and access to specialized private and public markets. Calamos offers investment strategies and personal wealth management solutions through separately managed portfolios, mutual funds, ETFs, closed-end funds, private funds, and UCITS funds. Clients include major corporations, pension funds, endowments, foundations, and individuals, as well as the financial advisors and consultants who serve them. Headquartered in the Chicago metropolitan area (with offices in both Naperville and Fulton Market in Chicago), the firm also maintains offices in New York, San Francisco, Milwaukee, Portland, and the Miami area. Summary of the Role The Research Associate position is an excellent gateway into investment research. The job entails two primary responsibilities, portfolio administration and research. As an associate, responsibility is given to invest and monitor accounts following the direction of the portfolio managers. This responsibility provides exposure to Portfolio Management and an understanding of investment strategy and monitoring. The research responsibility focuses on primary fundamental analysis in support of portfolio managers and senior analysts. Senior Sector Heads. This work includes assignments such as company reviews, financial modeling, and portfolio analysis. This position is a starting point within research, with an emphasis on account administration in the initial stages. Primary Responsibilities Invests a group of accounts following the strategy direction of portfolio managers. Addresses all client requests; including cash flows, tax trades, and guidelines. Supports Portfolio Management on their strategies via reports, scans, and monitoring. Completes increasing number and complexity of research assignments and demonstrate a good grasp of basic, fact-based research skills. Completes company reviews, financial modeling, and portfolio analysis. Maintains a solid understanding of Calamos products and securities processing; maintains a knowledge of investment models and processes. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree required in business, finance or other related area; work towards an MBA or Master's in Finance preferred. CFA candidate preferred. 0-2 years of relevant work experience. High attention to detail with excellent organizational skills. Good research skills with the ability to compile and analyze data. Interest in and a solid knowledge about the markets and the industry. PC skills in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel with the ability to learn new programs quickly. Compensation Disclosure The compensation for this role takes into account various factors, including work location, individual skill set, relevant experience, and other business needs. The estimated base salary range for this position is $80,000 - $95,000. Additionally, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Please note that this is the current estimate of the base salary range intended for this role at the time of posting. The base salary range may be adjusted in the future. Benefits Calamos offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, and employer-paid short and long-term disability), as well as retirement benefits (401(k) and profit sharing), paid time off, paid parental leave, and other wellness benefits.

We are seeking a highly motivated Post-Doctoral Researcher to develop, implement, and advance the IDeA (Intelligent Design and Analysis) co-scientist project. The successful candidates will work on cutting-edge research at the intersection of artificial intelligence, agentic systems, and biological discovery. You will be part of an initiative aimed at creating AI-powered autonomous research assistants capable of hypothesis generation, experimental design, data analysis, and iterative learning in biological contexts. This project seeks to transform how computational and experimental biology research is conducted by developing intelligent systems that can function as collaborative partners in the scientific process. Our group is pioneering the development of (1) generative AI models and agentic architectures for scientific reasoning, (2) scalable tool integration frameworks that connect AI systems with bioinformatics pipelines, computational modeling tools, and experimental platforms, and (3) feedback loops that enable continuous learning from biological data. As part of this team, you will gain hands-on experience developing state-of-the-art AI systems while contributing to transformative applications in biological discovery and translational research. As a collaborative effort between Argonne and Oak Ridge National Laboratories, the candidate will have a unique opportunity to advance research in protein and enzyme engineering workflows on their respective leadership computing platforms. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement generative AI models and agentic systems capable of scientific reasoning and hypothesis generation in biological contexts. Develop and integrate tool-calling frameworks that enable AI agents to interact with bioinformatics software, computational modeling platforms, databases, and experimental systems. Build scalable architectures for multi-agent systems that can coordinate complex research workflows across computational and experimental domains. Create feedback mechanisms that allow AI co-scientists to learn iteratively from experimental results, simulation outputs, and literature. Implement prompt engineering strategies, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and knowledge graph integration for scientific reasoning. Develop evaluation frameworks and benchmarks to assess the performance of AI co-scientists in biological discovery tasks. Collaborate with experimental biologists, computational scientists, and engineers to identify use cases and validate AI-driven discoveries. Optimize system performance for deployment on high-performance computing infrastructure and cloud platforms. Publish findings in high-impact journals and present research at leading AI and computational biology conferences. Contribute to open-source tools and frameworks that advance the broader AI-for-science community. Why Join Us? Work at the forefront of AI-for-science, developing autonomous systems that will transform biological research. Access to state-of-the-art computing infrastructure, AI models, and collaborative research networks. Opportunity to shape the future of human-AI collaboration in scientific discovery. Collaborate with leading researchers across AI, computational biology, and experimental sciences. Contribute to high-impact publications and open-source projects that will define the field. Competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and funding for conference travel. Engage with a vibrant, interdisciplinary research community dedicated to pushing boundaries. Position Requirements Required Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications: Completed or Soon-to-be-completed Ph.D. within the last 0-5 years in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related field. Strong programming skills in Python, with experience in AI/ML frameworks (PyTorch, JAX, Hugging Face Transformers). Experience developing or working with large language models (LLMs), agentic systems, or autonomous AI agents. Demonstrated ability to integrate AI systems with external tools, APIs, databases, or software packages. Understanding of biological systems, bioinformatics workflows, or computational biology applications. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work on open-ended research questions. Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams. Strong publication record or demonstrated potential in relevant fields. Ability to model Argonne's core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork. Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications: Experience with agentic AI architectures, including ReAct, Chain-of-Thought reasoning, or multi-agent systems. Familiarity with tool integration frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, AutoGPT, or similar platforms. Knowledge of retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), vector databases, and knowledge graph integration. Background in systems biology, genomics, protein engineering, or drug discovery. Familiarity with high-performance computing environments and scalable distributed systems. Knowledge of bioinformatics tools and databases (BLAST, UniProt, PDB, KEGG, etc.). Experience with API development, microservices, and/or container architectures (Singularity). Job Family Postdoctoral Job Profile Postdoctoral Appointee Worker Type Long-Term (Fixed Term) Time Type Full time The expected hiring range for this position is $72,879.00-$121,465.00. Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package. Click here to view Argonne employee benefits! As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department. All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide-range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit our website ************************ We are constantly on the lookout for professionals to fulfill the staffing needs of our clients, sets the correct expectation and thus becomes an accelerator in the mutual growth of the individual and the organization as well. Keeping the same intent in mind, we would like you to consider the job opening with US Tech Solutions that fits your expertise and skillset. Job Description · Develop ad qualify highly precise analytical methods for analysis of large molecule products. Support global transfer and trouble shooting of methods. Analyze data, prepare reports and presentations · Essential: Experience in cell culture, immunoassay and bioassay development are required. · Excellent documentation skills. · Preferred: Flow cytometry, Biacore, cell signaling, laboratory automation and DOE experience is preferred · Develop and qualify precise ELISA, CRBA and cell-based potency methods for analysis of large molecule products. Support global transfer, validation and trouble shooting of bioassays. Perform characterization sample testing, statistical data analysis and summarize assay results, prepare e-notebooks and reports. · Experience & Knowledge Essential: · Experience in cell culture, immunoassay and bioassay development are required. Excellent documentation skills. Preferred: Flow cytometry, Biacore, SDS-Page, laboratory automation are preferred. · Develop and qualify precise ELISA, CRBA and cell-based potency methods for analysis of large molecule products . · Support global transfer, validation and trouble shooting of bioassays . · Perform characterization sample testing, statistical data analysis and summarize assay results, prepare e-notebooks and reports . · Experience in cell culture, immunoassay and bioassay development are required. Excellent documentation skills. Preferred: Flow cytometry, Biacore, SDS-Page, laboratory automation are preferred Qualifications · Develop and qualify precise ELISA, CRBA and cell-based potency methods for analysis of large molecule products . · Support global transfer, validation and trouble shooting of bioassays . · Perform characterization sample testing, statistical data analysis and summarize assay results, prepare e-notebooks and reports . · Experience in cell culture, immunoassay and bioassay development are required. Excellent documentation skills. Preferred: Flow cytometry, Biacore, SDS-Page, laboratory automation are preferred Additional Information Regards, Sneha Shrivastava ************

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world's largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs. Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions. Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Job Description Support Syngenta's marketing and sales objectives by conducting comprehensive agronomic research studies on corn and soybean varieties, delivering value-added agronomic content that strengthens NK and Golden Harvest brand positioning as trusted agronomic advisors in the marketplace. Accountabilities: Build and maintain collaborative relationships with sales and agronomy teams across Eastern Commercial Units to identify regional needs and deliver targeted agronomic solutions. Lead the complete research lifecycle from study design and prioritization through pre-planting preparations, including technology agreements, seed treatment, plot planning, and field mapping for corn and soybean variety trials. Oversee all field activities, including planting, plot maintenance, harvest operations, treatment applications, data collection, and supervision of part-time research personnel across multiple research sites. Conduct statistical analysis of yield and agronomic data, prepare technical reports and presentations, and confidently present research findings to internal teams, dealers, customers, and industry influencers. Maintain research equipment precision and efficiency through routine maintenance, seasonal preparation, and innovative equipment design to support accurate treatment applications and data collection. Qualifications Ph.D. and/or M.S. in agronomy or a related field strongly preferred. Candidates without postgraduate training but holding a B.S. in agronomy with five or more years of experience conducting agronomy research trials and statistical data analysis will be considered. 5+ years of experience in a commercial or R&D agronomy role, with a strong technical background and understanding of sales/commercial aspects. Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to deliver key messages clearly and concisely. Good personnel and facility management skills. In-depth understanding of statistical principles and data analysis. Knowledge of farming best practices, seed technologies, and crop protection. Ability to skillfully plan, organize, and monitor performance to meet deadlines. Ability to coach people to excel by giving clear, direct, and skillful feedback. Ability to help teams understand how objectives are aligned with company strategy and how they add value. Additional Information What We Offer: A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day. 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits. Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. Learn more about our team and our mission here: ******************************************* Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. WL: 4A #LI-ONSITE #LI-NL2

Job DescriptionUntil is a moonshot company building a “pause button” for biology. Our near-term focus is organ-scale reversible cryopreservation: preserving donated organs at subzero temperatures without ice formation, then rewarming them uniformly for transplant. By solving this grand challenge, we're laying the foundation for whole-body reversible cryopreservation, giving patients a bridge to future cures. To achieve our goal, we are assembling an interdisciplinary team to develop perfusion systems, cryoprotectant formulations, and vitrification and rewarming hardware. We envision a future where no transplantable organ is lost to logistics, and no terminal diagnosis is final because patients can safely wait for future medicine to arrive. About The RoleWe are seeking an experienced and dedicated full-time Research Associate to join our whole organ preservation team. As Research Associate, you will play a vital role in the scientific progress of our research program. The primary focus of this role is on developing organ perfusion protocols, with an emphasis on organ isolation, preservation, and viability evaluation. The person in this role is encouraged to take on significant ownership of specific technical challenges. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with scientists and engineers across the company on variety of methods inspired by first principles of biology, physics, and chemistry. Creative scientific engagement is encouraged, and new avenues for discovery and optimization are continuously supported.Responsibilities Perform pig organ isolation and ex-vivo evaluation protocols, including perfusion and histology Work within scientific team to evaluate health of organs following cryopreservation Survey literature and conduct experimental tests to answer critical questions towards optimizing preservation protocol Ensure accurate sample processing and on-time data reporting Qualifications You have an undergraduate degree in a STEM field, or significant STEM-related training You have 2 years experience and an excellent record of success performing complex and demanding laboratory procedures, ideally with training in ex vivo organ perfusion and viability assessment. You have demonstrated a passion for rapid problem solving and exploration of novel topics / protocols. Desire to work in a laboratory setting. You have experience or interest in physiology, with a creative approach to understanding and manipulating functions of organs. You demonstrate agency, problem solving, passion for discovery, and a drive to push the boundaries of science through meaningful involvement in an ambitious project. Benefits Opportunity for outsized impact creating the future as an early team member Generous medical, dental and vision insurance coverage Flexible time off and paid holidays Competitive compensation package, including salary and equity 401(k) retirement savings plan FSA and commuter benefits Subsidized lunch daily While this represents our expected range based on market data, final compensation will be determined based on your specific qualifications and may be outside this range. Please keep in mind that the equity portion of the offer is not included in this estimate.As an equal opportunity employer, Until is committed to providing employment opportunities to all individuals. All applicants for positions at Until will be treated without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionResearch Associate - R&D Compensation: $60K - $85K salary + 0.1% - 0.2% equity + benefits BiomeSense is a start-up revolutionizing human gut microbiome sampling and analysis, driving discovery, and enabling the development of microbiome-based precision medicine. Our innovative approach integrates two core advancements: hardware that facilitates daily microbiome sampling as a routine exercise, and AI-driven analytics to unlock novel datasets for biomarker discovery. We are seeking a Research Associate to join our Research and Development team. This is a unique opportunity to apply your technical skills and collaborative spirit in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. As part of our scientific team, you will help advance our automated sample processing workflows, supporting the foundation of our sample-to-answer multi-omic platform technology. Key Responsibilities Laboratory Execution & Technical Support: Execute and optimize microbiology protocols supporting nucleic acid extraction, PCR, next-generation sequencing (NGS), in a high-throughput laboratory environment. Collaborate closely with engineers, scientists, and product teams to validate and integrate novel systems for microbial DNA stabilization, extraction, and purification. Coordinate and execute the processing of large quantities of partner samples, maintaining a strong focus on accuracy and efficiency. Design and conduct experiments to retire technical risks or optimize laboratory protocols, contributing to ongoing process improvements and product innovation. Quality & Communication: Maintain rigorous documentation practices and adhere to established quality management systems (e.g., GLP, design controls). Effectively communicate experimental results and technical observations to cross-functional project teams, supporting the rapid advancement of platform technologies. Qualifications Bachelor's degree + 3 years', or Master's degree + 2 years' in biological sciences, bioengineering, or a related field. Hands-on experience with core microbiology techniques, nucleic acid extraction, PCR, and NGS sample preparation. Highly organized, proactive, and able to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced setting. Strong communication skills for clear reporting and knowledge-sharing with scientific and technical stakeholders. Powered by JazzHR QFURcFMqQI

Details: Stefanini Group is hiring! Stefanini is looking for Research Associate in Round Lake, IL For quick Apply, please reach out to Sangeeta Dasadhikary- call: ********** / email: ********************************** Work Hours: M-F (40 hours) Work Location: Round Lake, IL Shift: 1st Shift Conduct critical chemical and physical analyses on finished product R&D stability samples. May also support testing of raw materials, initial, in-process, and final product samples from manufacturing facilities or other R&D initiatives. Work under minimum supervision. Perform chemical assays requiring precise analytical skills and understanding of chemistry principles. Complete all testing, including special project / protocol testing in a timely and appropriate manner to meet project schedules. Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company SOPs and specifications, FDA, cGxP, and QSR regulations. Collaborate with other functions/departments to solve problems, increase efficiency, improve quality and provide product support. Use sophisticated laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, pH, UV, titrations, Particle, TOC, Flame photometry, etc) and computer systems to collect and record data. Follow, understand and comply with client SOP's and policies on cGMP's and safety. Maintain a clean, safe and organized lab area, and potentially assume responsibility to ensure that others maintain their lab areas. Maintain laboratory safety requirements, perform equipment maintenance/calibration, and troubleshoot instrumentation. Details: Bachelors degree in relevant scientific discipline (e.g. chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, biology) 6 months or more of experience Analytical chemistry instrumentation experience with pH, UV, titrations, Particle, TOC is preferred but not required. Must have experience in a regulated environment and strong technical problem-solving skills. Must have good oral and written communication skills, strong analytical skills and be detail oriented. Electronic Lab Notebook experience is preferred but not required. Pharmaceutical GMP laboratory experience is desired. Empower experience is preferred Must be able to handle multiple tasks concurrently and in a timely fashion. Possess relevant laboratory/technical, writing, and computer skills. Ability to organize and communicate complex information effectively with managers and peers This is an on-site position. Physical Activities: Must be able to hand write and use computers for the majority of the workday Must be able to transfer materials, mix solutions/product(s), open products, and perform laboratory testing May require standing for extended periods Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds routinely Must not be color blind This work is subject to hazards including exposure to chemicals and drug products. Penicillin and Cephalosporin containing products and/or materials may be present in the laboratory. Listed salary ranges may vary based on experience, qualifications, and local market. Also, some positions may include bonuses or other incentives. Stefanini takes pride in hiring top talent and developing relationships with our future employees. Our talent acquisition teams will never make an offer of employment without having a phone conversation with you. Those face-to-face conversations will involve a description of the job for which you have applied. We also speak with you about the process including interviews and job offers. About Stefanini Group The Stefanini Group is a global provider of offshore, onshore, and near shore outsourcing, IT digital consulting, systems integration, application, and strategic staffing services to Fortune 1000 enterprises around the world. Our presence is in countries like the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia, and more than four hundred clients across a broad spectrum of markets, including financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, chemical services, technology, public sector, and utilities. Stefanini is a CMM level 5, IT consulting company with a global presence. We are CMM Level 5 company. #LI-SD2 #LI-ONSITE

Solutions for Today's Challenges. Vision for Tomorrow's Opportunities. Join William Blair, the Premier Global Partnership. William Blair has delivered trusted advice for nine decades, and we continue to deepen our expertise and relationships across regions, asset classes, and markets throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. We are committed to our people and culture, values, clients, and local communities. What sets us apart is that we are an independent partnership, with employees who have unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We provide advisory services, strategies, and solutions to meet clients' evolving needs amid dynamic market conditions and varying industries. We strive to attract the most qualified, passionate candidates who specialize in investment banking, investment management, private wealth management, and a variety of other business functions. We work tirelessly to create an inclusive culture and take pride in fostering employees' professional and personal growth. We empower our people to bring their best thinking each day so we can deliver the tailored, thoughtful work and problem-solving abilities that our clients expect. Equally, we are proud of our long-term partnerships with the communities in which we live and work, a legacy we inherited from our founder. We invite you to learn about how we are seeking excellence in everything we do and empowering our clients' success with passion, creativity, and rigor. For more information, visit williamblair.com. Assist in the preparation and execution of industry and company research and analyses for use in the formulation of security analyses. Gather, organize, and analyze market, company and financial performance data as directed by senior Research team members. Create and maintain financial models based on analysis requests. Prepare internal written reports, notes, presentations and other documents to communicate investment ideas, research, news events and opinions regarding security analyses. Responsibilities include but may not be limited to: Build knowledge of assigned industry and companies and keep abreast of related market developments and news. Gather and organize research data related to assigned industry and companies, and maintain accurate, current research databases. Collect information on financial performance, competitive industry positioning, quality of company management, etc. as directed by senior Research team members. Analyze market sectors and trends and conduct financial and accounting statement analyses. Develop and maintain financial models for revenue and income forecasts, cash flow analysis, balance sheet and quarterly projections which are aligned with research requests. Assist in the preparation of industry and company reports, presentations and exhibits to summarize research findings for Research teams. May participate in meetings with company management, brokers, investment and research staff to obtain relevant research information. Document and maintain information for analysis activities. Ensure all work activities are in compliance with applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Additional responsibilities as requested. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required; concentration in Finance or Accounting preferred Previous work experience in investment research or financial services preferred Financial analysis and accounting statement analysis skills Familiarity with data gathering and analysis best practices and methodologies Ability to clearly communicate both verbally and through written communication Basic knowledge of investment concepts and products Ability to build relationships and collaborate with investment and research teams Ability to work independently in support of team goals Proficient in Microsoft Office #LI-BC1 A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range at time of posting is below. Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Actual base salary within the specified range is based on several factors, including but not limited to applicant's skills, prior relevant experience, specific degrees and certifications, job responsibilities, market considerations and, if applicable, the location of the position. This role is eligible for either a discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit and individual performance) and/or commission-based incentives. Our featured benefit offerings include medical, dental and vision coverage, employer paid short & long-term disability and life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid time off, Maven family & fertility benefit, parental leave (including adoption, surrogacy, and foster placement), as well as other voluntary benefits. Salary Range$100,000-$110,000 USD William Blair is an equal opportunity employer. It complies with all laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in employment practice because of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, marital status, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, unfavorable discharge from the military service or on the basis of a physical or mental disability that is unrelated to the employee's ability to perform the duties of the job applied for. EOE m/f/d/v Be aware of hiring scams: William Blair has clear processes and guidelines with regards to recruiting. We do not request personal financial information in connection with an employment application nor does William Blair extend any employment offers without first conducting an interview through one of its registered offices. William Blair does not use instant messaging services such as WhatsApp, Telegram, or iMessage as part of the recruiting or interviewing process. 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The Office of Translational Research (OTR) acts as a bridge between scientific discovery and its practical application in child welfare, aiming to address gaps in knowledge. Grounded in principles of justice, equity, and healing-centered engagement, the OTR designs and supports the implementation of actionable, data-driven solutions which promote workforce excellence, improve family and employee well-being, foster innovative and equity-driven practice, and enhance organizational capacity. The Office of Translational Research is part of the Psychology Department at Northern Illinois University, and is funded by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. Position Summary Under the Direction of the Deputy of the Office of Research and Child Well-Being at the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and the direct supervision of the Director of Translational Research, the Researcher supports applied and translational research projects to generate actionable insights for the Illinois child welfare system. This role contributes to the design, execution, and dissemination of research, supporting data-informed decision-making across DCFS. The Researcher position also engages in continuous quality improvement (CQI) practices and collaborates with internal staff, external partners, and individuals with lived experience to ensure research relevancy and utility. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Data Analysis and Translation - 40% * Support the development and execution of research projects, including protocol design, data collection, and preparation for analysis. * Analyze and interpret data, ensuring findings are accurate, valid, and actionable. * Collaborate with key DCFS/CWCA staff and contracted partners to understand existing data, data structures, and analysis approaches. * Integrate research findings with CQI practices to support system-level improvements. Product Design and Delivery - 35% * Develop research products for dissemination to diverse audiences, including reports, briefs, presentations, memos, web content, podcasts, and videos. * Ensure research products translate findings into actionable recommendations for leadership, staff, and partners. * Collaborate with subject matter experts, contracted research partners, and internal teams to ensure high-quality and relevant products. Knowledge Utilization - 20% * Support the translation of research findings through meetings, workshops, and events with internal and external partners. * Assist in convening partners, including DCFS/CWCA staff, providers, researchers, and child welfare leaders, to communicate findings and facilitate their application. * Provide consultation on the use of research to guide programmatic, policy, and CQI initiatives. Other Duties as Assigned - 5% * Assist with emergent priorities that arise which require collaboration. * Provide temporary coverage on tasks due to staff absences or transitions. * Assist with new initiatives or projects. * Participate in professional development opportunities. Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service) n/a Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service) n/a Specialty Factors (Civil Service) n/a Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service) n/a Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS) * Ph.D., in social work, psychology, public policy, or other related social science field. * Experience in research, program evaluation, or data analysis. Additional Requirements (SPS) n/a Preferred Qualifications (SPS) * Coursework or experience in applied or translational research, survey design, and data analysis. * Experience in child welfare or human services setting * Familiarity with CQI practices and knowledge translation * Publication experience in peer-reviewed journals and practitioner-facing publications * Proficient in data collection and analysis, including reporting on quantitative, qualitative, survey, and/or mixed-method data * Proficient in creating and maintaining data files and experienced in analyzing data with commonly used data analysis programs, such as R, SPSS, SAS, NVivo, Atlas.ti, etc. * Strong writing and presentation skills. * Evidence of experience with reader-friendly data visualization, plain language communication, applying standards of accessibility, and evidence translation. * Experience in managing multiple tasks and communications across several projects involving different leadership, research partners, and practitioner partners, timelines, budgets, deliverables, and priorities Physical demands/requirements

Thank you for your interest in the Research and Analytics Associate position in New Work Exploration. At this time, the application window has closed as we have received a strong number of applications. We are now beginning the review process. In the spirit of transparency and respect for your time, we want to share that should we need to reopen the posting, we'll issue a new announcement. Summary The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is one of the nation's largest independent foundations. The Foundation supports creative people, effective institutions, and influential networks building a more just, verdant, and peaceful world. We work on a few big bets that strive toward transformative change in areas of profound concern, including the existential threats of climate change, the challenges of criminal justice reform, revitalizing local news in the U.S., and corruption in Nigeria. In addition, we maintain enduring commitments in our hometown Chicago, where we invest in people, places, and partnerships to build a more inclusive Chicago and in journalism and media, where we invest in more just and inclusive news and narratives. We also make awards to extraordinarily creative individuals through the MacArthur Fellows program and for solutions to critical problems of our time through 100&Change. For more information, please visit our website at ***************** The New Work Exploration team is responsible for researching, developing, and proposing new areas of grantmaking and ways of working for the Foundation. With direction from the Board and Foundation leadership, we source ideas internally and externally; explore them through research, convening, consultation, and grantmaking; develop initial strategic frameworks; and propose forms these ideas could take, whether short-term initiatives or longer-term programs. We collaborate with teams across the Foundation in pursuit of these goals. The Research & Analytics Associate supports the Foundation's efforts to identify and assess emerging areas for philanthropic investment. This person is a collaborative design thinker who will work closely with the Project Management Associate and the Program Development Officers in a dynamic environment analyzing and synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data to uncover actionable insights to help inform the development of new program strategies. This role is responsible for coordinating research activities, managing data analytics, data visualization tasks and projects, and supporting internal ideation and learning processes to support the identification, definition and case making for new areas of work. The ideal candidate combines strong project management and organizational skills with a passion for evidence-based, equity-centered social impact. This role is time-limited for an initial period of 5 years, with the possibility of an extension. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Research & Analytics Design and execute approaches to gather and organize data and research findings related to emerging issue areas using primary and secondary research methods Help commission and synthesize field scans, literature reviews, stakeholder input, and benchmarking studies Support quantitative and qualitative data analysis tasks, such as survey development, interview guide development, coding interviews, cleaning datasets, and producing charts or dashboards to present findings Support the identification and research about key leaders across a broad range of emerging and established fields, track social media, website, and publications of key institutions, individuals and programs, and provide summaries and updates on relevant issues Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination Facilitate communication and knowledge sharing with external researchers, grantees, and field experts to ensure timely delivery of insights Help to coordinate convenings, workshops, or feedback loops that supports adaptive learning and iteration and share learning across teams or with external audiences Support coordination among cross-functional teams, consultants, and external partners for knowledge gathering and management for each priority area of new work exploration Data Visualization & Insights Support the visualization of data and information in the form of memos, slide decks, and reports to communicate progress internally and externally, and/or aid decision makers by offering key insights and evidence to support sense-making about future strategic directions Collaborate with colleagues in Evaluation and Learning to track progress against exploratory learning goals and evaluation frameworks Management & Organization Effectively manage timelines, deliverables, and logistics for research projects In partnership with the Project Management Associate and Program Development Officers, maintain internal knowledge repositories, including databases of contacts and experts, to ensure insights are accessible and well-documented Support the director and administrator to estimate and monitor budgets and reporting requirements related to research activities Learning & Growth Mindset Self-confident with humility, diplomatic and collegial, with high professional standards and good judgment Curious and with a demonstrated interest in learning about a broad range of social issues, public policy, collaboration, and philanthropic approaches Other Duties and Responsibilities: Lead special projects such as managing time-limited project teams or working groups, or to support particular cross-Foundation projects that may arise Attend webinars, meetings, and conferences as requested, and provide written notes and feedback Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in public policy, social sciences, nonprofit management, social sector consulting, research methods, or a related field 3+ years of relevant experience in project management, research administration, or analytics support, preferably in consulting, client-serving business, philanthropy, nonprofits, or public administration Excellent research skills and a well-developed ability to find, review, synthesize, evaluate, and translate qualitative research findings into relevant insights Ability to outline and manage research and writing projects and collaborate with staff at all levels in cross-functional teams Self-starter, detail-oriented with strong organizational skills who can manage multiple tasks, work independently and with a team to adapt and respond quickly to opportunities Ability to present information graphically and creatively Excellent verbal and written communications skills to produce memos, briefs, and share insights Familiar with and excited to learn and use research tools to lead qualitative and quantitative data analysis (e.g., Excel, Tableau, ArcGIS, NVivo, Qualtrics, Airtable) Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; experience or ability to learn and use tools like Asana or Power B Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting short-term research or learning initiatives within think tanks, academia, think tanks, or nonprofits Ability to translate multiple sources of data into clear, actionable insights Familiarity with grantmaking and knowledge management tools Collaborative, adaptable, and committed to equity-driven work The position is hybrid and based in Chicago, Illinois. Annual salary for this role will start at $89,500. We offer a generous total compensation package that emphasizes both base salary and a comprehensive benefits package to support your life, health, and well-being. Physical Requirements and Work Environment The work environment is an office setting. Intermittent physical activities will include bending, reaching, sitting, and moving around the office during working hours. Requests for reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable a person with disabilities to perform the job. Reasonable accommodations are also available during the interview process. Thank you for your interest in the Research and Analytics Associate position in New Work Exploration. At this time, the application window has closed as we have received a strong number of applications. We are now beginning the review process. In the spirit of transparency and respect for your time, we want to share that should we need to reopen the posting, we'll issue a new announcement.

Department: MED-Microbiology-Immunology Salary/Grade: EXS/6 Target hiring range for this position will be between $57,000-$60,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Job Summary: Manages daily operations of a research lab. Monitors lab performance, analyzes, and reviews results, and supervises the development and implementation of new protocols. Assigns work and supervises lab personnel and reviews technical operations, ensuring that all processes, protocols, and procedures are quality-controlled and function up to standards. Develops, implements, and administer budgets, grant,s and administrative procedures. Co-authors scientific papers for presentation and publication, and coordinates writing, submission, and administration of grants. Specific Responsibilities: * Manages technical operations of a lab involved in scientific research activities. * In consultation with Principle Investigator (PI) organizes and plans experiments ensuring those project objectives are attained. * Oversees and guides lab staff in review of results and recommendation of changes to protocols to improve validity and accuracy. * Conducts more complex experiments and analysis. * Using an advanced level of skill, completes the following activities Molecular Biology: * DNA, RNA, Protein isolation, purification and expression * Southern, Northern, Western blotting * PCR, RT-PCR * Plasmid preparation * Cloning, mapping and sequencing of DNA * Recombinant virus production and purification Cellular Biology: * Cell culture, cell isolation * Functional studies * Transfection Histology: * Tissue fixation/processing: embedding, preparation of blocks and sectioning, staining * Immunohistochemistry * Microscopy Immunology: * Flow cytometry * ELISA, Elispot assay * Cytokine assay * Antibody production and purification Animal: * Husbandry * Breeding and screening transgenic mice * Dissections * Blood collection * Surgical procedures * Database management of colony Administration: * Oversees and manages collection, maintenance, analysis and evaluation of data that will be used in grant submissions, presentations and publications. * Ensures that information is entered correctly into databases. * Assists PI in reviewing, analyzing, interpreting, summarizing, formatting, editing, and preparing tables, charts, graphs, progress and final reports, etc. * Coordinates between sponsoring agencies, collaboration organizations and/or other research and/or educational institutions. * Ensures research regulations are adhered to, IRB and ACUC approvals in place, material transfer agreements properly executed, and that radiation and lab safety requirements are up to date and implemented. Finance: * Manages lab budget and inventory including purchasing of supplies and services ensuring that they are necessary, reasonable and project related. * Orders and maintains inventory of lab supplies, chemicals, equipment and instrumentation and may distribute intra-departmental charges. * Negotiates with vendors, obtain quotes and arrange for demos of large equipment. Supervision: * Trains, directs, assigns duties to & supervises lab EEs, students, residents &/or fellows. * Provides instruction to lab users on technically complex procedures, equipment & instruments. * Typically manages a lab budget of $1,000,000-$3,000,000; 1,000 - 3,000 nasf of space & supervises 5-15 lab members. Miscellaneous Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances) * Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a scientific major or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience and 6 years' lab/bench or other relevant experience required; OR * Successful completion of a full course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a master's or higher degree in a scientific major or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience and 4 years' lab/bench or other relevant experience. * Supervisory or project management experience required. Benefits: At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at *************************************************** to learn more. Work-Life and Wellness: Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles. We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at ************************************************************* to learn more. Professional Growth & Development: Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at *************************************************** to learn more. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process. #LI-GY2

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide-range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit our website ************************ We are constantly on the lookout for professionals to fulfill the staffing needs of our clients, sets the correct expectation and thus becomes an accelerator in the mutual growth of the individual and the organization as well. Keeping the same intent in mind, we would like you to consider the job opening with US Tech Solutions that fits your expertise and skillset. Job Description · Develop ad qualify highly precise analytical methods for analysis of large molecule products. Support global transfer and trouble shooting of methods. Analyze data, prepare reports and presentations · Essential: Experience in cell culture, immunoassay and bioassay development are required. · Excellent documentation skills. · Preferred: Flow cytometry, Biacore, cell signaling, laboratory automation and DOE experience is preferred · Develop and qualify precise ELISA, CRBA and cell-based potency methods for analysis of large molecule products. Support global transfer, validation and trouble shooting of bioassays. Perform characterization sample testing, statistical data analysis and summarize assay results, prepare e-notebooks and reports. · Experience & Knowledge Essential: · Experience in cell culture, immunoassay and bioassay development are required. Excellent documentation skills. Preferred: Flow cytometry, Biacore, SDS-Page, laboratory automation are preferred. · Develop and qualify precise ELISA, CRBA and cell-based potency methods for analysis of large molecule products . · Support global transfer, validation and trouble shooting of bioassays . · Perform characterization sample testing, statistical data analysis and summarize assay results, prepare e-notebooks and reports . · Experience in cell culture, immunoassay and bioassay development are required. Excellent documentation skills. Preferred: Flow cytometry, Biacore, SDS-Page, laboratory automation are preferred Qualifications · Develop and qualify precise ELISA, CRBA and cell-based potency methods for analysis of large molecule products . · Support global transfer, validation and trouble shooting of bioassays . · Perform characterization sample testing, statistical data analysis and summarize assay results, prepare e-notebooks and reports . · Experience in cell culture, immunoassay and bioassay development are required. Excellent documentation skills. Preferred: Flow cytometry, Biacore, SDS-Page, laboratory automation are preferred Additional Information Regards, Sneha Shrivastava ************

Hiring Department: Department of Medicine Salary: The previously determined salary range for this position was $58,000 to $64,000. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs. About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position Summary This position will support research projects devoted to the research of Dr. Tamara Hamlish, including The Young and A Survivor (YAAS!): Network for Health Among Young Breast Cancer Survivors is a CDC-funded collaborative to expand availability and access to supportive services for young breast cancer survivors, young women with metastatic breast cancer, and their families and caregivers. This position assists the Research Scientist/Principal Investigator with planning and implementing community outreach and media engagement, leads research project recruitment efforts, supports data collection and data management, disseminates culturally and linguistically relevant project findings, and writes progress reports to the funding agency and various stakeholders. Duties & Responsibilities Perform surveys, interviews, observations or uses other methods according to established research protocols. Prepare data for analysis and execute details of studies. Perform analysis and document results. May conduct literature searches. Order study supplies and maintain inventories. Maintain detailed records of results and prepare written reports. Maintain and process required paperwork. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC DUTIES 1) Participates in specialized community-based research in collaboration with the research team. 2) Oversees project and grant deliverables 3) Trains and supervises research assistants/project team members. 4) Adheres to research aims to achieve sponsor objectives 5) Collects and summarizes data and information and report findings to Scientists/Principal Investigators, research staff, and community partners. 6) Assist with scientific reports and summarizing research findings for papers, presentations, and other documents. 7) Develops and maintains research records, track community activities, and compile list of resources for community members 8) Identify and establish good working relationships with peers at other research sites, university departments, and appropriate University personnel to achieve defined goals and objectives, and function as a liaison for the research project teams. 9) Supporting specials events and activities led by the research team and its partners. 10) Performs other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned by supervisor/manager. 11) Manage and oversee the implementation of the community engagement strategy 12) Manage and oversee data collection and data evaluation. Analyze and interpret data. 13) Prepares and organizes results and contributes to preparation of papers, grants, and grant reports and other documents based on project results. 14) Oversees and participates in sustaining YAAS! network of academic and community partnerships.Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in social science or related field required. * Knowledge of fundamental research concepts, practices and procedures. * Entry level knowledge of research methods. Preferred Qualifications * Experience using social media for community outreach and engagement strongly preferred (e.g., Facebook and Facebook live, Instagram, YouTube, podcasts, blogs, newsletters, etc.) * Experience in community health, community-based research, or cancer patient advocacy; demonstrated experience building and sustaining community partnerships, including cancer patient advocacy and support organizations/agencies, as well as community-based healthcare providers required. * Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, team-oriented, and work closely with multiple stakeholders. * Possess analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills. * The successful candidate will be a self-directed, adaptive independent thinker with program-solving abilities and a high level of interpersonal skills and professionalism. * Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. * Spanish language proficiency preferred The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world's largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs. Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions. Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Job Description The purpose of the Research Associate is to support local product development programs in the efforts to create superior products and to support the Soybean Greenhouse Manager's targets and goals for precision, accuracy, and efficiency in on-site operations. Accountabilities: Assist Operations and Greenhouse Manager with planning, design, and execution of greenhouse trials within strict timelines. Assist in planting, sampling, data collection, harvest, threshing, and shipping of greenhouse soy trials. Provide field status updates, including written reports as requested. Manage greenhouse technicians and contract employees, including tracking and communicating performance management metrics. Understand, communicate, and execute complex work instructions for project success. Work within a cross-functional matrix environment at the site to accomplish trial objectives. Conduct all activities in compliance with Syngenta Stewardship, Human Resource, and HSE requirements. Comply with all federal, state, and local regulations. Support other crops and agronomy activities as needed throughout the year and during high-season periods. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in an agriculture-related discipline or 2+ years of relevant experience. Knowledge of soybean anatomy and soybean pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and fertilizers. Working knowledge of farming equipment. Understanding and use of modern agronomic practices. Values teamwork and brings a positive attitude when working with others to solve problems. Valid driver's license and clean driving record. Ability and willingness to work in high or low temperature conditions in the greenhouse and field (80% greenhouse/field, 20% office). Ability and willingness to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability and willingness to work long hours during critical periods of the growing season, including holidays, weekdays, and weekends. Additional Information Salary for the role is $54,400 - $68,000 per year. What We Offer: A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day. 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits. Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. Learn more about our team and our mission here: ******************************************* Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. WL: 2A #LI-ONSITE