GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:    Under the direct supervision of a Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Lab Tech II performs and interprets routine and highly complex experiments.  

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:  Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Laboratory Technician I, performs a variety of specimen preparatory techniques, dry lab data collection, and routine laboratory maintenance.    

Function: The lab studies the expression and function of genes involved in Programmed Cell Death (Apoptosis), survival signaling and compensatory proliferation using Drosophila as a model system. Individual must be capable of conducting independent research projects in this scientific area under the supervision of the faculty member.  Scope: Responsible for efficient planning and execution of research projects in consultation with the faculty member. Requires working with laboratory fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster, which includes maintaining stocks, establishing stocks, setting up and scoring genetic crosses and genetic screens, dissecting and immunostaining tissues, and documentation of scientific data as necessary. Requires working with nucleic acids (molecular biology) and proteins. Must be able to develop and/or modify new techniques.  Recent Publications:  Pérez E, Lindblad JL and Bergmann A (2017). Tumor-promoting function of apoptotic caspases by an amplification loop involving ROS, macrophages and JNK in Drosophila. eLife 6: e26747.  Amcheslavsky A, Wang S, Fogarty CE, Lindblad, JL, Fan Y and Bergmann A (2018). Plasmamembrane-localization of apoptotic caspases for non-apoptotic functions. Developmental Cell 45: 450-464.  Diwanji N and Bergmann A (2019). Two sides of the same coin – compensatory proliferation in regeneration and cancer. In: Drosophila model in cancer. Ed.: Wu-Min Deng. Adv Exp Med Biol;1167:65-85. doi: 10.1007/978-3-030-23629-8_4.  Diwanji N and Bergmann A (2020).Basement Membrane damage by ROS- and JNK-mediated Mmp2 activation drives macrophage recruitment to overgrown tissue. Nature Communications. 11:3631. doi: 10.1038/s41467-020-17399-8. 

The University of Massachusetts Medical School - Application Deadline: Open Until Filled Job Description Postdoctoral Associate in Viral Immunology A postdoctoral associate position is available in the Luzuriaga Lab for a highly motivated candidate with a PhD in immunology, virology, molecular biology, or a related discipline.   The Luzuriaga Lab is embedded in the vibrant research environment of the Program in Molecular Medicine at the University of Massachusetts Medical School and is highly collaborative with other labs within and external to UMMS. Work in the lab focuses on understanding viral and host factors that contribute to the establishment of persistent viral infections, including human immunodeficiency virus (HIV-1) and Epstein Barr virus (EBV).   The selected candidate will apply a combination of molecular techniques performed directly ex vivo using purified cell fractions from blood and tissues, in order to define key features of replication-competent HIV-1 proviruses in macrophage-lineage cells.  Results of this work will be relevant to the development of new approaches to treat HIV-1 associated neurological disease, as well as strategies to eradicate persistent HIV-1 reservoirs.   This project provides an excellent opportunity to learn and further develop a variety of techniques. The selected candidate will work independently to design and execute experiments.  Results of this project will be presented at seminars and scientific meetings, which may involve travel. The post-doctoral fellow will also prepare and submit manuscripts.   Qualifications: Education, experience and skills required for consideration: - Ph. D. in immunology, virology or related disciplines - Strong work ethic, highly motivated to apply skills towards solving biological problems - Excellent analytical skills and independent judgement - Highly collegial and works well as a team member - Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate with precision and tact - Meticulous record keeping, proficiency with databases - Hands-on experience in deep sequencing techniques, including RNAseq, highly preferred - Experience with bead-based or flow cytometric cell separation techniques highly preferred To Apply:   Applicants should submit the following materials by email to annette.bohigian@umassmed.edu:  a letter describing current research activities and your interest in this position, a CV (including publications), and contact information for three references, one of which should be your Ph.D. advisor.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the general supervision of the Program Director or designee, participates as a member of the mental health treatment team in an intensive treatment program. Assist with the delivery of direct care, including provision for safety and milieu activities. Take an active role in re-acclimating individuals to the larger community. Provide trauma informed care and promote a person-centered, skills-based collaborative philosophy. The milieu counselor participates in a process of continuous learning and demonstrates openness to evolving philosophies of practice, including restraint and seclusion prevention.

About UMass Medical School: UMass Medical School and its clinical partner, University of Massachusetts Memorial Medical Center, is a thriving academic health care system located in Worcester MA, about an hour’s drive west of Boston. The environment provides a highly supportive home for fellows, with opportunities to collaborate with leading researchers and engage in meaningful clinical work.   As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMMS recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.   REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   A PhD or PsyD in clinical psychology or related field and completion of an APA-accredited internship with relevant experience is required.  The fellow is encouraged and supported to obtain their license after their first year of training.  Applicants with strong methodological, statistical, and quantitative experience are desirable.   How to Apply:   Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the positions are filled.  Send detailed letter of interest that specifies the fellowship(s) of interest and summarizes relevant experiences and career goals, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference to:   c/o Carolyn Kelly (Carolyn.kelly@umassmed.edu) Edwin D. Boudreaux, PhD Professor, Vice Chair of Research Department of Emergency Medicine, Psychiatry, Quantitative Health Sciences University of Massachusetts Medical School 55 Lake Ave North Worcester, MA  01655

About UMass Medical School: UMass Medical School and its clinical partner, University of Massachusetts Memorial Medical Center, is a thriving academic health care system located in Worcester MA, about an hour’s drive west of Boston. The environment provides a highly supportive home for fellows, with opportunities to collaborate with leading researchers and engage in meaningful clinical work.   As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMMS recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.   REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   A doctoral degree is required.  Applicants with strong methodological, statistical, and quantitative experience are desirable. Individuals with doctoral degrees in psychology, nutrition, exercise science, public health, epidemiology, or related fields are welcome to apply.   How to Apply:   Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the positions are filled.  Send detailed letter of interest that specifies the fellowship(s) of interest and summarizes relevant experiences and career goals, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference to:   c/o Carolyn Kelly (Carolyn.kelly@umassmed.edu) Edwin D. Boudreaux, PhD Professor, Vice Chair of Research Department of Emergency Medicine, Psychiatry, Quantitative Health Sciences University of Massachusetts Medical School 55 Lake Ave North Worcester, MA  01655      

The Horae Gene Therapy Center of the University of Massachusetts Medical School is seeking applicants for a postdoctoral position to explore the AAV biology and AAV vector development. The candidate will work in a project focusing on a deep understanding of the cellular processes involved in successful gene therapies. We are looking for applicants with a Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Cell biology, Virology, or related disciplines with primary authorship on relevant publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals. The applicants should have strong hands-on experience working with and analyzing cellular and in vivo models as well as establishing novel methods. S/he is expected to have excellent problem solving, critical thinking, and presentation skills (written and oral), and the ability to generate high-quality data in a time-sensitive environment . The Postdoctoral Scholar will join a multidisciplinary collaborative team and participate in extramural collaborations with the ultimate goal to develop AAV gene therapies for life threatening diseases. We offer competitive salaries based on experience and track records and the possibilitiy to have excellent training opportunities. For further information, please send a cover letter, CV and contact information of three references to Elisabet Mandon, Ph.D., Associate Professor Horae Gene Therapy Center & RNA Therapeutics Institute, University of Massachusetts Medical School AS6-2061, 368 Plantation Street Worcester, MA 01605 Phone: (508)-942-7029 E-mail: elisabet.mandon@umassmed.edu. The UMMS is proud of the power of its diverse community and encourages the application of candidates with different background.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the direction of the Principle Investigator or designee, the Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of collection and management of data for complex treatment, ancillary, and prevention protocols regulated by the FDA or DHHS, and sponsored by federal agencies, foundations, industrial sponsors or UMass Medical School in support of clinical trials.    

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Consultant Pharmacist Team Lead or designee, the Consultant Pharmacist II functions as a team member of the drug utilization review programs within Clinical Pharmacy Services (CPS). CPS is responsible for administering client-specific programs to provide clinical expertise in regards to prior authorization for member prescriptions and client member’s drug therapy. This position handles live calls from physicians and pharmacists to review appropriate drug therapy and determine approval or denial of these real time prescriptions with increasing independence. The incumbent of this position will also review requests for prior authorization and determine approval or denial of these requests.  The Consultant Pharmacist II serves as a resource for Consultant Pharmacist I staff.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:    Under the general direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Project Director II manages the day-to-day operations of short term and multi-year research projects in the Office of Survey Research (OSR) . The Project Director II is responsible for the implementation of research projects from inception to completion, including survey design, development of data collection tools and protocols, as well as analysis and reporting, and manages and coordinates these activities.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:  Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Nurse Coordinator II is responsible to carry out all delegated tasks related to complex protocols testing investigational drugs, devices, or research interventions. The Research Nurse Coordinator II is a primary resource for study protocol conduct acting as a liaison between the University of Massachusetts Medical School (UMMS), clinical partners (ex. University of Massachusetts Memorial Health Care (UMMHC)), the Principal Investigator, Institutional Review Board (IRB), and sponsors to ensure good clinical practice standards (GCP) throughout the life cycle of the study.    

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:     Under the general direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Associate II performs a variety of complex research experiments and is responsible for overseeing laboratory operations within the Department.    

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:  Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Laboratory Technician I, performs a variety of specimen preparatory techniques, dry lab data collection, and routine laboratory maintenance.    

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:   Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Associate I performs a variety of complex research experiments.   This position is to support a COVID/Alzheimer's grant in our Infectious Diseases division and will be responsible for greeting patients and collecting blood specimens.  Preferred Cell separation experience and Phlebotomy skill.        

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:   Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Associate I performs a variety of complex research experiments.    

The Flavahan lab has postdoctoral training positions available, focused on cancer epigenetics and chromatin biology.  We use cutting-edge techniques to investigate the cancer epigenome.  First, we seek to uncover how cryptic tumor drivers, such as mutations in metabolic enzymes or histone subunits, signal through the epigenome to activate oncogenic pathways.  Second, we are examining how the three-dimensional structure of the genome directs cancer cell responses and tumor progression.  Postdoctoral positions are available for these and related projects.  Experience in brain tumor or epigenetic research is preferred but not required.   For further information, please send a cover letter briefly detailing your research interests, current CV, and the names and contact information of three references to: Will Flavahan, PhD, Assistant Professor at William.Flavahan@umassmed.edu

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:  Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Laboratory Technician I, performs a variety of specimen preparatory techniques, dry lab data collection, and routine laboratory maintenance.   This is a per diem, non-benefited position.      

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the general direction of the Clinical Consultant Pharmacist Team Lead or designee, the Consultant Pharmacist IV functions as a team member of the drug utilization review and medication management therapy programs within Clinical Pharmacy Services (CPS). CPS is responsible for administering client-specific programs to provide clinical expertise in regards to prior authorization for member prescriptions and client member’s drug therapy. This position will participate in prospective and retrospective DUR activities including, but not limited to: handling live calls from physicians and pharmacists, reviewing appropriate drug therapy, coordinating and managing the request for prior authorization process, and participating in the development of clinical drug use criteria. This position will also be responsible for the orientation, training and indirect supervision of the Consultant Pharmacists and Pharmacy Associates.

POSITION SUMMARY:    Under the direct supervision of the Director or designee, the Pharmacy Associate II will function as a team member for the client programs within Clinical Pharmacy Services (CPS). CPS is responsible for administering client specific programs to provide clinical expertise regarding our member’s medications. This position will handle calls to and from members, prescribers and pharmacists, as well as provide and obtain information regarding client specific initiatives. The incumbent of this position will also assist in the sorting and review of medication prior authorization requests, under the guidance of a licensed pharmacist.   The hours for this position will be from 12:30pm - 9:00pm.