Cancer Biology Research Associate

University of California, Davis; Davis (CA); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University of California, Davis seeks an Associate Specialist to contribute to cancer biology and translational research. The role focuses on molecular and cellular biology, handling human biospecimens and mouse cancer models, and supporting preclinical drug development projects.

The ideal candidate will perform cell culture, DNA/RNA/protein work, and various gene expression assays, while maintaining rigorous data management and compliance with IRB/HIPAA requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a closely related field.
• Significant laboratory experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture and handling of biospecimens (tissues/blood/plasma/serum).
• Experience with qPCR, digital PCR, and genomic workflows.
• Experience with protein purification and biochemical analyses.
• Ability to interpret results and maintain thorough lab documentation.

Responsabilités

• Perform mammalian cell culture including maintenance, expansion, and cryopreservation.
• Execute DNA, RNA, and protein extraction and purification.
• Conduct PCR, qPCR, genotyping, and gene expression analyses.
• Carry out protein analyses such as SDS-PAGE and Western blotting.
• Support development and validation of cancer biology assays.
• Assist with animal studies using mouse cancer models and sample processing.
• Process and manage human biospecimens and associated databases.
• Maintain accurate lab records and compliance with protocols.

Connaissances

Cell culture

Molecular biology

PCR

qPCR/dPCR

Genotyping

Protein analysis

Western blot

Immunoassays

Data analysis

Human biospecimen handling

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Biology/Biochemistry

Outils

PCR machines

Centrifuges

Gel electrophoresis

Description du poste

University of California, Davis seeks an Associate Specialist to contribute to cancer biology and translational research. The role focuses on molecular and cellular biology, handling human biospecimens and mouse cancer models, and supporting preclinical drug development projects.

The ideal candidate will perform cell culture, DNA/RNA/protein work, and various gene expression assays, while maintaining rigorous data management and compliance with IRB/HIPAA requirements.