Research Technician II- Pediatric Cancer Immunotherapy Development

About the role

This entry-level research technical role participates in planned research projects by performing research protocols, experimental procedures, and other laboratory tasks under direct supervision. The position is in Dr. John Maris’ laboratory and participates in an interdisciplinary translational research program under the direct supervision of Dr. Amber Hamilton. Projects focus on understanding the biologically relevant role of immunotherapeutic targets and developing pediatric cancer immunotherapies for neuroblastoma and Ewing sarcoma. The role may occasionally exercise minimal discretion and judgment in execution and interpretation of experiments and data derived.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine tests and experiments under the direction of principal investigator, supervisor, or other designee
• Performs rigorous research procedures on experimental samples as directed
• Experiments include maintaining neuroblastoma and Ewing sarcoma cell lines, cloning, CRISPRi, western blotting, flow cytometry, immunofluorescence, cytotoxicity and internalization assays, proteomics sample preparation, and in-vivo studies
• Records and checks experiments/results for completeness and accuracy
• Performs calculations and maintains appropriate logs and lab notebooks
• Performs tasks that require familiarity with fundamental techniques and lab equipment
• May assist with planning specific research protocols and procedures
• Maintains office, lab area, solutions, reagents, supplies, and equipment; disposes of specimens, media, and other materials using appropriate procedures
• Assists in care and maintenance of lab equipment
• May coordinate schedules of tests and procedures
• Attends courses, seminars, and lab meetings to expand knowledge of research and laboratory techniques
• Records results, organizes data, and maintains lab notebook in an organized manner
• Compiles and helps analyze data, prepares charts, graphs, and results of studies as directed
• Conducts literary searches as directed

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma / GED — Required
• Associate's Degree — Preferred
• Bachelor's Degree — Preferred

Experience

• At least one (1) year of related classroom experience or successful completion of a technical training program (e.g., Wistar, WPSI) and research laboratory experience — Required
• At least two (2) years of related classroom experience or successful completion of a technical training program (e.g., Wistar, WPSI) and research laboratory experience — Preferred

Skills

• Intermediate understanding of lab procedures, protocols, and equipment
• Basic exposure to lab-specific experiments/techniques and scientific analysis
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Solid critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Solid analytical skills

Pay

Salary range: $43,900.00 – $54,800.00 annually (full-time). Part-time pay will be adjusted accordingly. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the noted range.