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RESEARCH ASSOCIATE I - 10034172
Duarte, CACity 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.
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 who will play an integral role in advancing innovative research within the Thymus Research Group in the van den Brink Laboratory.
The van den Brink Lab is a leading translational immunology laboratory at City of Hope focused on cancer immunology, hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT), and cellular therapies including CAR T cells. The Thymus Research Group specifically investigates thymic regeneration, T cell development, immune tolerance, and strategies to enhance immune reconstitution following transplantation and cancer therapy. Our work bridges fundamental immunology with clinically impactful discoveries aimed at improving outcomes for patients with hematologic malignancies and those undergoing HCT.
We foster a collaborative, rigorous, and highly supportive academic environment. The laboratory has a strong track record of mentoring research associates who have gone on to medical school, PhD programs, and other competitive academic and clinical careers.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute meaningfully to translational research that directly impacts patients undergoing transplantation and cellular therapy, while gaining strong mentorship and career development support.
As a successful candidate, you will:
- Perform a diverse array of experiments in cellular and molecular immunology, including work with primary human and murine tissues relevant to cancer and HCT.
- Utilize advanced laboratory techniques (e.g., flow cytometry, cell culture, immune phenotyping, molecular assays) following established protocols, while maintaining high standards of scientific rigor.
- Accurately record, analyze, and validate experimental data; generate figures and summaries to support ongoing projects and publications.
- Contribute to the optimization and modification of experimental protocols to improve reproducibility and efficiency.
- Draft and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and assist in preparing reports, abstracts, and manuscripts.
- Maintain detailed laboratory records, compile and graph data, and participate in regular lab meetings and scientific discussions.
- Develop technical expertise in translational immunology, thymic biology, transplantation immunology, and cancer immunotherapy.
- Ensure that all laboratory activities adhere to institutional safety guidelines and regulatory standards.
Your qualifications should include:
- Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Immunology, or a related field.
- 0–2 years of research or laboratory experience (experience in immunology, flow cytometry, or animal models is preferred but not required).
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced translational research environment.
- A two-year commitment is strongly preferred to support project continuity and professional development.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
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