Scientific Technician II

About the role

The Maru’s Lab conducts basic and translational research in pancreatic cancer, focusing on how stromal and immune cells communicate in the tumor microenvironment and influence treatment response. The lab uses a range of techniques from in vitro assays with pancreatic cancer cell lines in 2D and 3D cultures, to in vivo mouse models, to translational studies with patient samples. This Lab Manager / Technician position supports and manages these research activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform in vitro assays with pancreatic cancer cell lines in 2D and 3D cultures
• Conduct in vivo mouse model experiments
• Carry out translational studies using patient samples
• Execute flow cytometry experiments
• Maintain and manage common lab tools and equipment
• Support overall lab operations and research workflow

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical or Biological Sciences
• 2 years experience working as a Scientific Technician I at FCCC or equivalent experience

Preferred qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physical or Biological Sciences
• Experience with mouse work
• Experience with flow cytometry
• Familiarity with common lab tools and equipment

Skills & techniques

• Pancreatic cancer cell culture (2D and 3D)
• In vivo mouse modeling
• Translational research with patient samples
• Flow cytometry
• General laboratory equipment operation and maintenance

Schedule & location

Full-time, day shift, 37.5 hours per week. On-site at 333 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.