Research Associate I - Microbiome Core

City of Hope • Duarte, CA

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About The Position

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.
We are looking for a Research Associate I to work in the lab of Dr. Jennifer Karmouch, Director of the Microbiome Core and Co-Director of the Microbiome Program. With extensive experience in molecular genetics and microbiome research, Dr. Karmouch has made significant contributions to understanding the role of the gut microbiome in health and disease. Her research has uncovered novel strategies to modulate the intestinal microbiome, including the use of selective antibiotics, dietary interventions, microbial restoration and targeting bacterial metabolic pathways. These approaches aim to enhance immune reconstitution and improve clinical outcomes in patients undergoing bone marrow transplantation.
For more information on Dr. Karmouch’s research, please visit here.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 0-2 years of research/laboratory experience
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy in lab work, and robust record-keeping skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct tissue culture, maintain cell cultures and apply aseptic techniques for various cell lines.
• Conduct cell staining for Multicolor Flow Cytometry
• Assist in murine surgical procedures, tissue harvesting/preparation, and contribute to revising/maintaining lab protocols.
• Provide routine lab support and maintain activities in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Utilize the following in vitro skills (not limited to but including): RNA/DNA extraction, RT-qPCR, bacterial transformation, cloning, lentivirus production, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees