Research Assistant - Weiskopf Lab (Cancer Center)
About The Position
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. The Weiskopf laboratory aims to: 1) Identify the genes and signaling pathways that regulate macrophage activation against cancer; and 2) Develop therapies that stimulate macrophages to attack and eliminate cancer. Since macrophages play a role in nearly all states of pathology, our findings could have broad implications for a diverse range of cancers and many other states of disease. For more information about the Weiskopf Lab, please visit: www.weiskopf-lab.org SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES Designs and performs bench-level experiments and independent research projects to support the scientific research objectives of the lab. Analyzes experimental data, addresses methodological problems in experimental protocols, and reports data to supervisor. Conducts laboratory tasks and organization to ensure the smooth operation of the group. Uses discretion in prioritizing and organizing workflow and in optimizing methodologies and results.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related scientific field required.
- 0-1 years related work experience required.
- Experience with computer systems required, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.
Responsibilities
- Conducts routine tests following established procedures, which may include assays, DNA sequencing, tissue culture, protein purification, Southern blotting, PCR analysis, electrophoresis, chromatography.
- Researches and collects basic study data through monitoring devices and maintains daily logs/basic records of methodologies and test results. With supervision, using databases, may summarize data and interpret results using descriptive statistics and basic hypothesis testing.
- Performs literature searches and library investigations as they relate to the research and/or as assigned.
- Due to the dynamic environment in which research exists, must show flexibility in performing principal duties and responsibilities as research projects evolve.
- Attends Medical Center lectures regarding all safety requirements/conditions. Attends courses, lectures, and conferences to further own knowledge of research.
- May demonstrate routine laboratory tasks to tests to students and other research personnel.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
