Research Assistant

Georgetown University; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. invites applications for a Research Assistant in the Department of Oncology at Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. The role involves day-to-day lab support, reagents, safety, and timely inspections, with hands-on techniques including Western blotting, PCR and tissue culture.

Work with lab members and report to Dr. Khleif and Dr. Gupta; this is an on-campus, full-time position.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of cancer biology and common techniques with a high school diploma or associate degree and 1 year of experience.
• A MS in Cell Biology/Immunology/Cancer Biology or a BS with relevant experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with immunology and cancer biology laboratory practices is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day laboratory tasks, reagent ordering, and safety inspections.
• Perform Western blotting, PCR, RT-PCR and tissue culture experiments.
• Handle mice for tumor implantation, injections, and tissue collection/processing.
• Process samples collected from patients on clinical trials.

Skills

Western blotting

PCR

RT-PCR

Tissue culture

Mice handling

Lab safety

Sample processing

Education

High School Diploma or Associate degree

MS in Cell Biology/Immunology/Cancer Biology

BS in Biological Sciences

Job description

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements Job Overview

We are hiring for a Research Assistant, Department of Oncology/Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center/Georgetown University Medical Center – Georgetown University. The person should be familiar with day-to-day assistance required in the laboratory such as ordering reagents, keeping inventories, autoclaving, knowledge of lab safety standards and their routine and timely inspection etc. In addition, the person should be able to carry out the laboratory techniques such as Western blotting, PCR, RT-PCR; should be conversant with tissue culture techniques. Being an immunology/immunotherapy lab, majority of work in the lab requires handling mice, including tumor implantation, injections, as well as collecting tissues and their processing. Therefore, experience in working with mice is desired or the person should be willing to get trained and work with mice. In addition, the person will be processing the samples collected from the patients on the clinical trials.

Work Interactions

The candidate would work in collaboration with the lab members and would report to Dr. Khleif and Dr. Gupta.

Requirements and Qualifications

Should have basic knowledge of cancer biology and various techniques used in this field of research with a High School Diploma or Associate degree and 1 year of experience. A M.S. in Cell Biology/Immunology/Cancer Biology or B.S. (Biological Sciences) with relevant experience (1-2 years) would be preferred for this position.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range

Pay Range: The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $18.40 - $27.09 Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

EEO Statement

EEO Statement: GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

Benefits: Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

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Benefits: Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.