Research Associate II - RNA and DNA Cancer Epigenetics jobs in United States
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City of Hope · 1 month ago

Research Associate II - RNA and DNA Cancer Epigenetics

positionMonrovia, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$33/hr - $42.07/hr
date2+ years exp

City of Hope is at the forefront of groundbreaking research, aiming to make a real difference in the fight against cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. They are seeking a Research Associate II to assist with laboratory research focusing on RNA/DNA cancer epigenetics, providing technical support and conducting various laboratory techniques.

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Responsibilities

Assist with laboratory research by providing technical support, preparing, and arranging reagents, managing mouse colonies, and overseeing stock ordering and inventory
Perform mouse handling, including husbandry, injections including drug-treatments, proficiency in collection of submandibular blood of mice
Conduct bulk plasmid purification, PCR, gel electrophoresis, genotyping, Western blotting
Maintain adherent and suspension cell cultures
Test out new reagents/products for potential lab use
Additional consideration for applicants with previous clearance for animal irradiation and/or previous experience in flow cytometry for quantification of xenograft engraftment

Qualification

RNA biologyCellularMolecular biologyTissue cultureMouse handlingPCRWestern blottingCommunicationOrganizational skillsWork ethic

Required

Bachelor's degree
Two years related research/ laboratory experience with a Bachelor's degree or one year related research/ laboratory experience with a Master's degree

Preferred

Master's degree preferred
Meticulous record keeping, impeccable organization and proficiency with databases
Exceptional managerial and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Strong work ethic, highly motivated, and work well independently and in a team
Experience with genetic mouse models, RNA biology, tissue culture, cellular and molecular biology techniques is a big plus

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Company

City of Hope

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City of Hope is a cancer research and treatment non-profit organization specializing in diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses.
dateFounded in 1913
location
Duarte, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.cityofhope.org

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$10.3M
Key Investors
California Institute for Regenerative Medicine
2024-05-20Grant· $5.4M
2022-02-22Grant· $4.9M

Leadership Team

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Samuel Lau
Vice President Marketing & Digital Communications
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Alan H. Bryce
Chief Clinical Officer
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