Research Associate I - Molecular and Cellular Biology

Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission : contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.

The Arthur Riggs Diabetes and Metabolic Research Institute within the Beckman Research Institute, under the lab of Dr. Farooq Syed, seeks a Research Associate I to perform standard laboratory molecular and cell biology techniques, towards understanding mechanisms that regulate pancreatic beta-cell development, function, and regeneration, as well as diabetes pathogenesis.

You must be willing to work with laboratory animal models. You must also be flexible and available to work on weekends when required to meet project deadlines or team needs. Ideally, a two-year commitment is required.

For more information on the Arthur Riggs Diabetes & Metabolism Research Institute, please visit : https : / / www.cityofhope.org / research / riggs-institute / diabetes-milestones-and-history

For more information on Dr. Syed, please visit here.

As a successful candidate, you will :

Perform a variety of routine and non-routine laboratory research experiments, including molecular and cellular biology techniques using in vitro and in vivo model systems such as mammalian cell culture, DNA and RNA isolation, RT-PCR, Western blotting, sequencing library preparation, immunohistochemistry, tissue collection, physiological assessments, imaging, and evaluation of islet function both in vivo and in vitro.

Provide advanced technical assistance, prepare stock solutions, and handle and dispose of biohazardous and non-biohazardous materials according to safety protocols.

Lead and assist in the management of laboratory inventories.

Record and validate experimental plans, methods, and results for accuracy and completeness. Develop new laboratory methods and help refine existing methodologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree with 0-2 years of laboratory experience. Experience in an academic or industrial laboratory setting is preferred.

Familiarity with routine molecular and cellular biological techniques such as DNA and RNA isolation, qRT-PCR, Western blot, and cell culture.

Experience in tissue isolation, operation of microtome and cryostat, and histological analysis is preferred.

Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented manner.

Strong work ethic, meticulous record-keeping, and good communication skills.

Proficiency in MS Office, R, or Python is desirable.

City of Hope employees' pay is based on experience, qualifications, and work location.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

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