Research Associate I

City of Hope•Duarte, CA

1d•Onsite

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. Robert Jenq. The Jenq Lab examines the impact of the microbiome on cancer treatment outcomes, with a focus on bone marrow transplantation and cancer immunotherapies. Data from the group and others have demonstrated that the microbiome can be a potent modulator of treatment efficacy and toxicity. Using a multidisciplinary approach, including microbiome sequencing, computational methods, functional assays and preclinical models, the lab aims to develop and translate strategies that target the microbiome to enhance treatment efficacy while reducing toxicities. For more information on Dr. Jenq’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.