Research Associate II - Molecular Biology and Preclinical Mouse Models
City of Hope
Duarte, CA
Job posting number: #7293865 (Ref:10027997)
Posted: November 16, 2024
Salary / Pay Rate: $32.00 - $49.60 / hour
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at theBeckman Research Institute of City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.
We are looking for a highly motivated and proactive Research Associate II to join Dr. Kirstin Zettlitz's laboratory in the Department of Immunology and Theranostics, Art Riggs Diabetes and Metabolism Research Institute. The lab focuses on antibody-based theranostics, specifically optical and immunoPET imaging, to enhance the development and clinical translation of targeted therapies such as radioimmunotherapy.
You will be encouraged to lead an individual research project and conduct various routine and increasingly complex research experiments. Your primary duties will revolve around basic laboratory techniques in molecular biology, including the production, purification, and characterization of antibody fragments. You will also support work with preclinical mouse models, including handling of mice, tumor implantation through various routes, survival surgeries (e.g., surgical castration, tumor resection), preclinical imaging studies (tracer injections, PET/CT scans), and necropsy of mice. Additionally, you will collect, analyze, and present data internally, maintain thorough records and documentation of experiments, and contribute to protocol development.
For more information on Kristin Zettlitz lab please visit here.
As a successful candidate, you will:
· Maintain lab safety procedures and compliance with regulatory requirements
· Maintain accurate experiment records and contribute to protocol development
· Train lab members in specialized procedures and equipment
· Perform antibody engineering, including production (tissue culture), purification, and characterization
· Perform preclinical mouse models, animal handling, in vivo small animal imaging
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology or Biochemistry. Masters preferred.
· 2+ years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree or 1+ year related experience with a Master’s degree.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, please click here
Salary / Pay Rate Information:
Pay Rate: $32.00 - $49.60 / hour
The estimated pay scale represents the typical [salary/hourly] range City of Hope reasonably expects to pay for this position, with offers determined based on several factors which may include, but not be limited to, the candidate’s experience, expertise, skills, education, job scope, training, internal equity, geography/market, etc. This pay scale is subject to change from time to time.
City of Hope is a community of people characterized by our diversity of thought, background and approach, but tied together by our commitment to care for and cure those with cancer and other life-threatening diseases. The innovation that our diversity produces in the areas of research, treatment, philanthropy and education has made us national leaders in this fight. Our unique and diverse workforce provides us the ability to understand our patients' needs, deliver compassionate care and continue the quest for a cure for life-threatening diseases. At City of Hope, diversity and inclusion is a core value at the heart of our mission. We strive to create an inclusive workplace environment that engages all of our employees and provides them with opportunities to develop and grow, both personally and professionally. Each day brings an opportunity to strengthen our work, leverage our different perspectives and improve our patients’ experiences by learning from others. Diversity and inclusion is about much more than policies and campaigns. It is an integral part of who we are as an institution, how we operate and how we see our future.
