Lilian J. Shin-Cho, PhD

The Shin-Cho laboratory is actively recruiting candidates for multiple open positions.

1. Research Study Assistant (Dr. Lilian Shin-Cho) - (244067)

The Research Study Assistant will be responsible for implementing study activities including participant recruitment, data collection, conducting participant interviews and assessments, and data entry. This position will work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) and research team to successfully carry out new and ongoing studies. Other responsibilities include participating in team meetings, communicating with internal and external research team members, and providing organizational and administrative support to the PI.

Essential Job Functions:

Research Coordination - Assist Principal Investigator and other staff in cancer research including but not limited to: coordinating and conducting recruitment under the direction of investigators (including phone, mail, and in-person contact), study registration, communicating study objectives and procedures to prospective and enrolled study participants, scheduling of study participants, administering informed consent when designated by investigators, and collecting/administering measures at study assessments. Organize and prepare study materials and assist with preparation of presentations and materials.

Protocol Coordination - Follow study protocol procedures, providing input as appropriate for changes, updates and revisions to survey instruments and data collection procedures. Identify and report needed protocol and procedural changes, coordinating the ongoing implementation of the research protocol, and defining recruitment and retention strategies. Assists in the formatting of research protocols, implementation of questionnaires, screening assessments, and data collection tools.

Data Coordination - Track and maintain records of recruitment and participation. Register participant in institutional database. Maintain confidential study files and records in an organized and secure manner, including participant contact information, consent forms, data code sheets, and other relevant materials. Extensive use of Microsoft programs such as Excel and Word and research programs such as Epic and Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap). 

Data Analysis - Assist with data analysis, such as data cleaning and interview transcription. 

Literature search/review - Search and review literature in pertinent areas preparing written reports as necessary.   Photocopy, organize, and maintain journal articles accurate records.

Bilingual in Asian language (e.g., Mandarin, Vietnamese, Korean, etc.) is preferred.

Education

Bachelors Degree : Psychology, Public Health, Nursing, or related field (Required)

Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Experience

General experience working in cancer research, public health, or behavioral science (Required)

Apply on the Fox Chase Careers Website:

https://tuhs.taleo.net/careersection/fc_ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=244067&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York

2. Post-Doctoral Research Fellow

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Cancer Prevention and Control Program at Fox Chase Cancer Center is seeking highly motivated candidates for a post-doctoral research fellow position in cancer survivorship research in the lab of behavioral scientist Dr. Lilian Shin-Cho. The fellow will primarily work with Dr. Shin-Cho on research in cancer health disparities, cultural and psychosocial determinants of health, cancer survivorship, and psychosocial interventions in the context of cancer. The fellow will have the opportunity to work on innovative NIH-funded and other funded studies evaluating behavioral interventions to improve the care, well-being, and health outcomes of underserved cancer survivors and caregivers (e.g., ethnic minorities, “sandwiched,” AYA, rural).

The post-doctoral fellow’s main responsibilities include quantitative and qualitative data analysis, dissemination including writing manuscripts (with opportunities to publish as first author), assisting with grant proposal development and submissions, assisting with data collection and project management, and developing study protocols and managing IRB proposals. The fellow will have opportunities within the Shin-Cho lab to work on projects funded by NIH, to gain skills for writing competitive grant applications, to develop independent studies, and to provide mentoring to undergraduates/graduates and other staff members.

Candidates with superior conceptual, organizational, and analytical skills are sought; those with track records of research productivity, including published scientific manuscripts, and who can demonstrate strong writing skills will receive priority. Experience in quantitative and qualitative research methods is required. Qualifications for this position include a doctoral degree in Psychology, Public Health, Nursing, or other related fields. A background in health psychology or behavioral medicine is also preferred. For all candidates, dissertation must be successfully defended prior to start date. This is anticipated to be a two-year position, with the potential for extension.

Candidates should submit a cover letter describing research interests and experience, curriculum vitae, up to three first-author reprint(s)/writing sample(s), and three references with contact information (name, title/affiliation, phone, email) to Dr. Lilian Shin-Cho via email at [email protected] with the subject line “Postdoctoral Fellow Application.” At least 2 of the referees should be knowledgeable about the candidate’s research skills and productivity. Qualified candidates will then be invited to complete a job application. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience and will be in line with NIH postdoctoral fellow stipends (https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-26-044.html); health and other employment benefits will be provided. 

ABOUT THE TRAINING ENVIRONMENT

As one of the four original cancer centers to receive comprehensive designation from the National Cancer Institute, Fox Chase Cancer Center has been at the forefront of cancer research for almost 90 years. We are home to excellent research facilities, top clinicians and scientists, and outstanding patient care. Our singular focus on cancer, which couples discovery science with state of the art clinical care and population health, remains the foundation of our work.

The scientist training programs at Fox Chase Cancer Center provide professional development opportunities in four core areas identified as crucial for successful careers in science, research, and health care including communication, leadership, teaching, and mentorship. Upon joining the program, graduate students and postdocs develop individual development plans to help guide their growth. Training throughout the year is supplemented with free professional development opportunities, including a robust ‘How To’ series, writing courses, networking, mentorship, and teaching opportunities, a trainee-led seminar series, a trainee-led annual Research Conference, and more. Postdocs at Fox Chase Cancer Center are supported by the Temple University Postdoc Association and the Office of Academic Affairs at Fox Chase, and are compensated with competitive pay and benefits.

This position will reside within the Cancer Prevention and Control Program (CPC) at Fox Chase. As one of three core research programs at Fox Chase, the CPC maintains a multidisciplinary, collaborative program that integrates basic and applied research in the areas of chemoprevention, medical science, and the behavioral, social, and population sciences. The objective of the CPC is to address the needs of individuals across the entire continuum of cancer, from risk to survivorship. The CPC is housed in an expansive building that includes research offices and clinical facilities within the main Fox Chase campus. There is frequent interaction among clinical and population scientists, which fosters a rich environment for successfully conducting interdisciplinary research projects. The CPC holds monthly scholarly meetings in which faculty members present new and ongoing work and forge collaborations, as well as opportunities to have CPC faculty experts review and provide feedback on in-progress grant applications through a Works in Progress series. The Works in Progress series has led to the submission of highly competitive and successful applications to NCI and other funding organizations on a range of grant mechanisms including career development awards and is open to post-doctoral fellows and faculty members in CPC.

In addition to the robust training program, scientists at Fox Chase Cancer Center benefit from being part of the rich scientific and biomedical environment in the Philadelphia region. Opportunities for cross-institution collaboration often arise and are encouraged.