Description:  Nicolas Foundation is seeking applicants to conduct breast cancer research. The position is open until filled.  Start date as soon as possible. See position details below:

Eligibility:  All medical students

Award Amount: $50.00 per hour (expected to work 5-10 hours per week)

Duration/Location: 3-4 months, Downtown Chicago

Contact Information:  Shannon Thackray, Director of Human Resources, HFR Asset Management, LLC sthackray@hfr.com Phone: (312)924-0400 Fax: (312)327-0435

Additional Information:  

Company:  The Joseph G. Nicholas Foundation Job Title:  Breast Cancer Researcher

Description/Duties:  To conduct research on a part time/independent basis on the treatment of metastasized breast cancer skin tumors.  This position is expected to:

• Conduct thorough research into both current and experimental treatments
• Document the findings and potential treatment plans
• Provide information on the pros/cons/risks of each treatment plan

Based upon the information found, additional research may be requested.

Compensation:  $50 per hour

Hours:  The student will be able to work flexible hours based upon their schedule and availability.  Non-regular business hours are acceptable.  The student will finalize a schedule with the Foundation at the beginning of the research effort, along with timelines for research findings to be produced and presented.  We expect the research effort to run for a semester (3-4 months), depending on the number of hours they can commit.  If additional research work is desired and/or all possible information has not been exhausted, the effort may be extended.

Start Date:  As soon as possible

Number of positions:  1 or 2

Application process:  Interested students should email their resume to Shannon Thackray at sthackray@hfr.com for consideration.  Along with their resume, they should include either a cover letter or an email letter explaining their interest in the research position.  Resumes will be reviewed by Shannon and then interviews will be conducted by the head of the Foundation.