Diabetes Islet Research Associate II — Beta-Cell Resilience

City of Hope; Duarte (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope is seeking a Research Associate II to support the Baumel-Alterzon lab. You will perform assays, analyze data, and train staff in specialized procedures while handling bio-hazardous materials with strict safety guidelines.

The ideal candidate holds a Biological Sciences degree with relevant post-degree experience and will contribute to projects on redox regulation in beta-cells to improve diabetes therapies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences with 2 years post-degree research experience, or 1 year with a Master's degree
• Experience with diabetes and islet research is a plus
• Experience with diabetes mouse models will be taken into consideration

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of routine and non-routine laboratory research experiments. Record and validate results for accuracy and completeness.
• Troubleshoot procedures if experiment results are unexpected or unsatisfactory. Recommend alternative procedures.
• Accurately record work performed including results and methodology. Calculate, compile, and analyze data.
• Independently evaluate research data and initiate alternative approaches to improve the quality of results by providing input to overall research design. Train lab staff in specialized procedures, equipment, and theoretical concepts behind unique tests.
• May contribute to the preparation of manuscripts by describing methods and specialized techniques. Keep abreast of new and improved techniques.
• Ensure that all laboratory activities are carried out in compliance with each procedure(s) by utilizing safety procedures and guidelines in handling, storage and disposal of bio-hazardous, infectious and toxic material.

Skills

Data analysis

Lab training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences

Master's degree in Biological Sciences or related field

Tools

Fluorescence microscopy

Proteomics

RNA-seq

CRISPR-Cas9

Genetically-modified mouse model characterization

Job description

Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope is seeking a Research Associate II to support the Baumel-Alterzon lab. You will perform assays, analyze data, and train staff in specialized procedures while handling bio-hazardous materials with strict safety guidelines.

The ideal candidate holds a Biological Sciences degree with relevant post-degree experience and will contribute to projects on redox regulation in beta-cells to improve diabetes therapies.