Research Support Specialist

Stony Brook University•Stony Brook, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Within defined test or analytical protocols, operate equipment, carry out test procedures, as well as collate and interpret data using special methods in support of a research project or program for Dr. Kehan Ren in the Department of Medicine-Division of Hematology & Oncology. The successful incumbent will have excellent interpersonal skills, exercising strong organizational and time-management skills with an exceptional attention to detail. Essential for this role is the adeptness to work independently as well as part of a team with a collaborative approach to problem solving.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in biomedical areas, including Anatomy & Histology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or related fields.
Experience with research activities.
Experience with track of record of first-authored publication(s).
Specialized training and experience in induced pluripotent cell (iPSC) culture, differentiation, and downstream biological analysis using flow cytometry, immunofluorescent microscopy, and genomic sequencings.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in histology or biochemistry.
Experience in hematology/oncology research, and iPSC applications.

Responsibilities

Conduct experiments; provide technical laboratory support, and/or animal handling to assist with experiments conducted.
Collect data, record observations measurements and prepare reports for review of supervisor and or PI.
Perform literature search; staying current in the field by reading and discussing the literature and experimental results with the supervisor and/or PI.
Other duties as assigned.