Research Associate I - Lymphoma Biology

City of Hope • Duarte, CA

90d

About The Position

Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at 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. Under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator or designee, the Research Assistant I supports lymphoma research by performing a variety of laboratory experiments, technical procedures, and data-related tasks. This individual will contribute to projects involving cell lines, molecular assays, database management, and other research activities that advance the understanding of lymphoma biology and therapeutics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences.
• 0-2 years of research/laboratory experience.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
• Prior experience with mammalian cell culture, sterile technique, RNA/DNA extraction, flow cytometry, and handling of cell lines.

Responsibilities

• Utilize laboratory equipment and established protocols to perform a variety of research experiments, including mammalian cell culture, nucleic acid/protein extraction, PCR, and related assays. Record and validate results for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with the maintenance, organization, and quality control of research databases, including sample tracking, experimental metadata, and project-related datasets.
• Conduct molecular biology techniques such as DNA/RNA extraction, cDNA synthesis, gel electrophoresis, and preparation of samples for sequencing or downstream analysis.
• Perform routine cell line work, including thawing, expansion, authentication, and cryopreservation.
• Write and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), experimental reports, and laboratory documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees