Research Associate II - RNA and DNA Cancer Epigenetics

Research Associate II – Systems Biology Department

Dr. Jianjun Chen and Dr. Xiaolan Deng’s joint lab in the Systems Biology Department in the Beckman Research Institute at City of Hope is seeking a Research Associate II to join their team. The lab focuses on RNA/DNA cancer epigenetics studies, both basic and translational research.

The successful candidate will assist laboratory research by providing technical assistance, preparing and arranging reagents, managing mouse colonies, and handling inventory of stocks.

• Perform general lab maintenance and ordering (restocking reagents and maintaining supply stocks).
• Handle mice, including husbandry, injections (including drug treatments), and proficient collection of submandibular blood samples.
• Perform bulk plasmid purification, PCR, gel electrophoresis, genotyping, and Western blotting.
• Maintain adherent and suspension cell cultures.
• Evaluate new reagents and products for potential lab use.
• Techniques may include basic molecular biology, RNA biology, biochemistry, aseptic techniques, immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry, and microscopy.

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred).
• Two years related research/laboratory experience with a Bachelor’s degree or one year with a Master’s degree.
• Meticulous record keeping, impeccable organization and proficiency with databases.
• Exceptional managerial and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong work ethic, highly motivated, and work well independently and in a team.

• Experience with genetic mouse models, RNA biology, tissue culture, cellular and molecular biology techniques is a big plus.
• Applicants with prior clearance for animal irradiation and/or previous experience in flow cytometry for quantifying xenograft engraftment will receive additional consideration.

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