RESEARCH ASSOCIATE I - MICROBIOME LAB - 10034399

Duarte, CA

City of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.

Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope’s translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution. AccessHope™, a wholly owned subsidiary, was launched in 2019 and is dedicated to serving employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope’s exceptional cancer expertise.

A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation’s “Best Hospitals” in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California and in Arizona.

Thank you for your interest. Please note, the purpose of this posting is to recruit for on-going and future positions.

Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at the Beckman 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 Research Associate I to work in the lab of Dr. Robert Jenq. The Jenq Lab examines the impact of the microbiome on cancer treatment outcomes, with a focus on bone marrow transplantation and cancer immunotherapies. Data from the group and others have demonstrated that the microbiome can be a potent modulator of treatment efficacy and toxicity. Using a multidisciplinary approach, including microbiome sequencing, computational methods, functional assays and preclinical models, the lab aims to develop and translate strategies that target the microbiome to enhance treatment efficacy while reducing toxicities.

For more information on Dr. Jenq’s research, please visit here.

As a successful candidate, you will:

· Conduct tissue culture, maintain cell cultures and apply aseptic techniques for various cell lines.

· Conduct cell staining for Multicolor Flow Cytometry

· Assist in murine surgical procedures, tissue harvesting/preparation, and contribute to revising/maintaining lab protocols.

· Provide routine lab support and maintain activities in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).

· Utilize the following in vitro skills (not limited to but including): RNA/DNA extraction, RT-qPCR, bacterial transformation, cloning, lentivirus production, etc.

Your qualifications should include:

· Bachelor’s degree with 0-2 years of research/laboratory experience

· Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy in lab work, and robust record-keeping skills

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

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