Senior Research Technologist NE - Stark Lab

Cleveland Clinic

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Dr. Stark's lab studies how human cells respond to key signaling pathways involved in cancer and inflammation, including interferon, STAT, and NF-κB signaling. The research focuses on understanding these pathways and translating discoveries into improved therapies. With a strong history of innovation in signal transduction, the lab identifies new uses for existing drugs and tests them in novel biological settings, advancing promising findings from preclinical models toward clinical application. One example is the development of PALA, a compound that has shown strong anticancer activity in preclinical studies, including a topical formulation effective against skin cancer. Learn more about the Stark Lab here: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/cancer-biology/stark/ A caregiver in this position works days from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and six years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment, which has developed the ability to work independently on a variety of research projects, demonstrated through a thorough understanding of research laboratory techniques and procedures OR Associate's in laboratory science field and five years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment OR Bachelor's degree and four years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment OR Master's degree and three years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment
• Proficient in innovative design and development techniques, with experience in budget management
• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
• Ability to distinguish color
• Manual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipment
• Ability to lift and transport equipment or specimens up to 20 pounds
• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, bio-hazards, radioactive materials, etc.
• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with GLP and working with infectious agents
• Proficient in supporting laboratory setup and independently running experiments
• Experience with Cell culture, immunoassays (ELISA, Luminex, MSD), flow cytometry, RNA isolation, qPCR, NGS library preparation, inventory management, international shipping logistics

Responsibilities

• Supervise a research lab on a daily basis, including space, equipment, personnel, and project management.
• Assist staff investigator with experimental design and planning/developing technical aspects of research projects.
• Plan, organize, perform, and monitor daily project protocols.
• Collect, prepare, and maintain required research documentation, including informed consent records, case records, clinical notes, and medical reports.
• Report and assist with the management of protocol deviations, adverse events, and other project-related issues.
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of internal/external presentations, conference reports/lectures, and publishing submissions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED