Job Description
TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE I, Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research, Lees and Soto-Feliciano Labs, to work investigating epigenetic regulators and gene regulation in cancer cells. Position will involve some management of research lab operations but the majority of time will be spent conducting research, participating in ongoing lab projects. Responsibilities will include: laboratory organization; participating in the design and execution of research projects; and analyzing, recording, and organizing data generated from experiments. Experiments will involve investigation of cancer cell lines including genetic manipulation, gene expression analyses, protein biochemistry, flow cytometry, drug-response analyses, and mouse transplant assays. Position will receive direct supervision from the principal investigators.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, cancer biology, genetics or related field; at least two years of relevant lab experience (which can include experience gained as an undergraduate); working knowledge of general laboratory practices and procedures; problem-solving skills; organization and teamwork skills; ability to work independently; and self-motivation. Required technical skills include mammalian tissue culture, standard molecular biology techniques (e.g., cloning and PCR), drug response assays, protein isolation & western blotting; experience with genomic analyses and/or mouse transplant studies, preferred.

This is a one-year position, with the possibility of an extension. Job# 23928

4/12/2024