Senior Research Specialist - Cancer Biology and Immunotherapies
About The Position
This position is responsible for conducting complex laboratory procedures, maintaining regulatory compliance, managing laboratory operations and shared resources, analyzing and presenting research data, and supporting the training and supervision of students and technical staff. The Senior Research Specialist works independently while collaborating closely with investigators, laboratory personnel, and institutional support staff to maintain an efficient and productive research environment. The Khurshid Lab deciphers how tumor microenvironmental stress reshapes splicing programs by identifying the isoforms that emerge and the RNA-binding proteins that control them, uncovering new mechanisms and therapeutic targets in aggressive cancers. By leveraging cutting-edge short-read and long-read sequencing in metabolically stressed cells and patient samples, the lab aims to map splicing regulation with unprecedented precision, opening new avenues for targeted therapies and transforming cancer treatment. This lab is driven by optimism, hard work and focus. Beyond advancing research, the Khurshid Lab is deeply committed to training the next generation of scientists, nurturing curiosity, resilience and ethics, and innovating to tackle the challenges of tomorrow, ultimately improving patient care.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a clinical, health or life science field required.
- Minimum of two years of relevant research experience required.
Nice To Haves
- Leadership and/or management experience highly recommended.
Responsibilities
- Perform and support complex laboratory experiments and research procedures following established protocols.
- Maintain accurate, detailed, and organized records of research activities, experimental procedures, and study progress.
- Compile, analyze, and interpret research data; prepare figures, graphs, and summaries for presentations, reports, and publications.
- Present research findings and project updates at weekly laboratory meetings and other scientific forums.
- Ensure compliance with institutional, regulatory, and safety requirements, including maintaining regulatory documentation and training records.
- Assist with laboratory purchasing, inventory management, vendor coordination, and budget-related activities.
- Participate in regular meetings with research staff to address laboratory operations, facility needs, equipment management, purchasing, and cross-laboratory collaboration.
- Train, mentor, and may supervise students, interns, research assistants, and other technical personnel.
Benefits
- Salary Range: $24.00 - $38.50
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
