Research Assistant - Tian Lab

Colonial Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wistar Institute is a world leader in early-stage discovery science focused on cancer, immunology, and infectious disease. The Research Assistant will perform molecular and cellular biology experiments under the Dr.

Bin Tian lab, contributing to cancer research while developing skills in DNA/RNA/ protein analysis and mammalian cell culture. Ideal candidates hold a science-related bachelor's, possess strong organizational and communication abilities, and are motivated to advance biomedical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field required; experience in mammalian cell culture plus DNA/RNA and protein analysis preferred.
• Strong organization and clear communication skills are essential.
• Candidates motivated to contribute to cancer-related molecular and cellular biology research will be favored.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of molecular and cellular biology experiments related to cancers.
• Assist in planning experiments and interpreting data.
• Maintain meticulous records and communicate results effectively to team members.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Molecular biology techniques

DNA/RNA analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a science-related field

Job description

The Wistar Institute is a world leader in early-stage discovery science in the areas of cancer, immunology, and infectious disease. Wistar is committed to accelerating research advances from bench to bedside through brilliant science and distinctive approaches to collaboration among scientific investigators and academic and industry partners. Wistar's dynamic environment supports the advancement of discoveries that will change the future of human health.

The Wistar Institute is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, mentoring, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of our academic/research community.

The Wistar Institute has an opening for a Research Assistant in the laboratory of Dr. Bin Tian to perform a wide variety of molecular and cellular biology experiments related to cancers.

Bachelor's degree in a science-related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience) required. The ideal candidate will have prior working experience in mammalian cell culture and standard DNA/RNA and protein analysis techniques.

Recent graduates with a strong motivation to advance a career in the biomedical or medical field are encouraged to apply. Good organization and communication skills are essential.

The Wistar Institute is located in the University City area of Philadelphia, in the heart of the University of Pennsylvania Campus. Wistar provides resources to its faculty and staff that enable them to conduct cutting edge collaborative research and provides for outstanding intellectual environments and state-of-the-art facilities.

• We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

For more information about The Wistar Institute visit our website at www.wistar.org.