POSITION SUMMARY:    The Epidemiologist with strong quantitative skills will be responsible for the design and conduct of studies in the Center with the Director and consultants. Will perform analyses of data, present results at scientific meetings, and help prepare manuscripts for publication. Writes and assists with grants. Provides supervision and direction to staff for data acquisition, data entry, quality control and data management.                          

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:    Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Health Outcomes Associate is responsible for directing and overseeing the daily activities of multi‑year projects that examines changes over time in the magnitude, in‑ hospital, and post-discharge outcomes of patients. Collaborate in writing manuscripts from these studies for scientific peer review and assist the Principal Investigator in preparing grant applications for external funding and report writing.

The Horae Gene Therapy Center of the University of Massachusetts Medical School invites applications for postdoctoral researcher positions. Our research topics include gene therapy using AAV vectors, RNA therapy, gene editing, AAV biology, and AAV vector development. Applicants should have a PhD degree in relevant areas such as molecular biology, RNA biology, biochemistry, and virology. Applicants of diverse research background are encouraged to apply, such as neuroscience, chemistry, mouse genetics, bioengineering, and cell biology. Applicants highly skilled in molecular cloning, mouse work, confocal microscopy, DNA/RNA analysis, are preferred.  Applicants must also have the ability to work independently, coordinate multiple projects and activities concurrently. Strong writing, verbal, and interpersonal skills are required.  Candidates should be highly organized, hard-working and motivated to respond to the changes within the rapidly evolving field of gene therapy. We offer excellent training opportunities and a competitive salary depending on experience and track records.For further information, please send cover letter, CV and contact information of three references to:   Dan Wang, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Horae Gene Therapy Center & RNA Therapeutics Institute University of Massachusetts Medical School AS6-2061, 368 Plantation Street Worcester, MA 01605   Phone: (774)-455-4574 E-mail:  dan.wang@umassmed.edu   UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS MEDICAL SCHOOL The University of Massachusetts Medical School, one of the fastest growing academic health centers in the country, has built a reputation as a world-class research institution, consistently producing noteworthy advances in clinical and basic research.  As a research institution, UMMS attracts nearly $300 million annually in funding from government agencies, private groups, and philanthropic organizations.  Faculty members are nationally recognized authorities in areas ranging from cancer to diabetes to genetics and are regularly honored for their 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

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:  Under the direct supervision of Lab Management, the Lab Analyst I performs laboratory assays for the timely detection of newborn disorders. The Lab Analyst I maintains competency in high complexity testing (as defined by CLIA) in all laboratory methodologies of the section. The analyst performs other related laboratory tasks in support of laboratory management. Responsibilities include careful adherence to established laboratory protocols, or specific directives of appropriate laboratory managers.  This is an entry level laboratory position that will receive a high level of direction and supervision to perform assigned work.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Associate Dean for Admissions (ADA),  directs administrative and fiscal strategies,  personnel, technology and pre-matriculation program management of the Office of Admissions for the School of Medicine (SOM).  Oversee development and implementation of a comprehensive student recruitment strategies.  Provides leadership in all functions of admissions office.

POSITION SUMMARY:    This position is based at the Quality Assurance Review Center (QARC) in Lincoln, RI. QARC is a QA and data center affiliated with the University of Massachusetts Medical School, Department of Radiation Oncology.  QARC provides Radiation Therapy and Diagnostic Imaging services in support of cancer clinical trials.  QARC provides these services to the National Clinical Trials Network sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) as well as to several major pharmaceutical companies sponsoring cancer clinical trials.  The QARC Medical Physicist is a key position at QARC.  Working closely with the QARC Director; Director of Operations and Senior Medical Physicist, the QARC Medical Physicist will manage the day to day medical physics/dosimetry program at QARC.  

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the general direction of the Senior Physicist, and working closely with the Director of Operations, the Manager of Informatics and Computing, and the Manager of Data Management, the Senior Research Dosimetrist is responsible for the dosimetry review program and ensuring that the programs and the resources available meet the obligations of the grant.      

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the direct supervision of the Department Administrator or designee, the Research Laboratory Aide II performs routine laboratory cleaning and other general laboratory duties in support of research experiments.   This is a per-diem, non-benefited position. 

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.    

This requisition is being used as a sourcing tool and does not have an open vacancy. Your application to this req will add you to a pool of candidates for potential future openings. We still encourage you to apply directly to positions you feel best meet your background, as this will not replace your application for other openings. We welcome applications from all levels of Clinical Nurse Reviewers and for all of our locations.   Example of a grade 45 Clinical Nurse Reviewer job description:    GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:  Under the general direction of the Director or designee, the Clinical Nurse Reviewer is responsible for medical necessity determinations of provider-requested services (prior authorization requests) consistent with established procedural standards and MassHealth program rules and regulations.  The Clinical Nurse Reviewer will conduct case reviews, record reviews, and medical necessity determinations and will support Board of Hearing appeals.  This individual will engage in Quality Improvement activities related to the prior authorization process and protect the integrity of the program.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the direction of the Principle Investigator or designee, the Clinical Research Coordinator II (CRC) 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.    

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:   Under the general direction of the Director or designee, the Project Manager is responsible for supporting enterprise-wide projects. The Project Manager will assist the Director in leading and documenting   project activities, and may lead sub-components of a Project.  The Project Manager is also responsible for planning and coordinating project related activities of small and medium size projects that will vary in scope including the management of resources in a matrix environment. The Project Manager will develop and implement projects while adhering to UMMS’s Project Management guidelines.

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 direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Associate I performs a variety of complex research experiments.   The Landers Lab (https://www.umassmed.edu/landerslab/) has an ongoing project investigating the common mechanisms involved in ALS neurodegeneration to identify universal therapeutic targets capable of blocking the disease progression of all forms of ALS. We are seeking an experienced Research Associate to test the in vivo efficacy of a potential therapeutic target using mouse models of ALS. Techniques utilized include transgenic mice behavioral studies, cell culture, fluorescent imaging, and other molecular, cellular and biochemical approaches. Successful candidates will have the ability to work independently and coordinate multiple activities concurrently with a high attention to detail. Candidates should be highly organized, hard-working and have strong writing, verbal and interpersonal skills.    

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:   Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Designee, the Research Associate performs a variety of complex research experiments.   The Landers Lab (https://www.umassmed.edu/landerslab/) has an ongoing project investigating the common mechanisms involved in ALS neurodegeneration to identify universal therapeutic targets capable of blocking the disease progression of all forms of ALS.  We are seeking an experienced Research Associate to test the in vivo efficacy of a potential therapeutic target using mouse models of ALS.   Techniques utilized include transgenic mice behavioral studies, cell culture, fluorescent imaging, and other molecular, cellular and biochemical approaches.  Successful candidates will have the ability to work independently and coordinate multiple activities concurrently with a high attention to detail.  Candidates should be highly organized, hard-working and have strong writing, verbal and interpersonal skills.  

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

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:  Under the direction of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Sr Research Nurse is responsible to carry out all delegated tasks related to complex protocols testing investigational drugs, devices, or research interventions. The Sr Research Nurse 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 Program Director is responsible for managing the day to day operations of NIH or other externally-funded, large scale projects. The program director will collaborate with investigators, consultants, project directors, and contract officers at the university, commonwealth, and national levels.    

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:  Under the general supervision of the Supervisory Care Coordinator, this position is responsible for coordinating the medical access services of the program including daily communication and coordination with clinical and administrative staff of federal prisons, communication of schedules at multiple locations, scheduling of medical services delivered at the prison, managing critical paper flow and maintaining automated databases, producing reports and documentation and providing education and support regarding security issues to staff and clinicians. All work is performed under strict contractual requirements.   This position performs complex and varied duties associated with the coordination of departmental administrative functions through the use of the Correctional Health computer system as well as Word, Excel, Access and Outlook applications.  The Care Coordinator is the primary contact for the community-based provider network, interfacing between bureau providers requesting services and the provider network performing the services.  This position makes complex decisions regarding protected healthcare information (PHI) based on the Federal regulations regarding the protection of health information under the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act.  This position is the primary hub for all coordination of medical services, and interacts with clients, providers, and staff regarding establishing prison medical appointments.

  This requisition is being used as a sourcing tool and does not have an open vacancy. Your application to this req will add you to a pool of candidates for potential future openings. We still encourage you to apply directly to positions you feel best meet your background, as this will not replace your application for other openings. We welcome applications from all levels of Academic Administrators and for all our locations (Shrewsbury, Worcester, Charlestown, etc).   Example of a grade 44 Academic Administrator job description:   GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the direction of the Department Head or designee, the Academic Administrator I is responsible for the administration of the financial, operational, and general business functions of a large unit.