Research Technician, Proteomics and Metabolomics Core

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Technician will join Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center’s Proteomics and Metabolomics Core and support cancer research programs by generating high-quality proteomic data for biomarker discovery, therapeutic development, and research into cancer biology. The position processes proteomic samples for investigators using established techniques, including in-gel digestion, in-solution digestion, and TMT labeling. The technician prepares laboratory equipment, instruments, solutions, stains, assays, and other supplies, and operates laboratory equipment as instructed. The role carries out tasks for designated research projects under direction from the Core Director and staff, assists other research personnel with project work and deadlines, and performs analyses and calculations. The technician records data, writes protocols, maintains laboratory records, follows safety policies, and ensures research work meets quality, ethical, regulatory, quality-control, and compliance guidelines. The position also monitors laboratory inventory and communicates with vendor technical support and sales representatives as needed. This is an onsite role at Rockefeller Research Labs in New York City, scheduled for 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Proven basic laboratory skills.
Ability to handle diverse tasks in a research setting.
Outstanding communication and self-awareness.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to optimize efficiency.
Adaptability and resilience to lead change and innovation.
Ability to collaborate and build trusting relationships.

Responsibilities

Process investigators’ proteomic samples using existing techniques, including in-gel digestion, in-solution digestion, and TMT labeling.
Prepare laboratory equipment, instruments, solutions, stains, assays, and other supplies for research experiments as instructed.
Operate laboratory equipment, including centrifuges, pH meters, analytical balances, and spectrophotometers, as instructed.
Carry out research project tasks assigned by the Core Director and associated staff.
Assist other laboratory research personnel with project-related tasks and complete them by specified deadlines.
Perform analyses and calculations, record data, and write protocols.
Conduct research and discovery work in accordance with quality, ethical, regulatory, QC, and compliance guidelines.
Maintain laboratory records and follow safety policies.
Monitor laboratory inventory.
Communicate with vendor technical support and sales representatives as necessary.