Research Associate

Roswell Park; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hait Lab at Roswell Park conducts cancer biology research using ex vivo and in vivo models to study basic mechanisms and therapeutics. The Research Associate will perform a range of laboratory techniques and lead funded projects in Surgical Oncology and Molecular and Cellular Biology.

Qualifications include a Master’s or Bachelor’s with research experience; PhD preferred, with hands-on animal work and advanced cell culture and histology skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree with extensive lab experience.
• PhD in biomedical science preferred with animal model work.
• Experience leading grant-funded research projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform molecular biology and cancer research experiments.
• Lead and independently execute funded projects.
• Maintain lab inventories and protocols (IACUC/IBC/BDR).

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

PhD (preferred)

Tools

3D cell culture

FACS

Histology techniques

Animal models (xenografts, PDX, PDOs)

Job description

Research Associate### Research AssociateApply: Medical Research Complex (MRC): Full time: Posted Today: R-21650## **Title:**Research Associate**Job Type:**Regular## **Company:**Health Research, Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division## **Department:**Breast Surgery## **Time Type:**Full time## **Weekly Hours:**40**FTE:**1## **Shift:**First Shift (United States of America)## **Summary:**The Hait Lab is hiring a full-time Research Associate within the Departments of Surgical Oncology and Molecular and Cellular Biology. This position primarily involves performing research laboratory techniques to generate data supporting funded projects on basic cancer mechanisms and therapeutics using ex vivo and in vivo models; the ideal candidate is motivated, has strong critical-thinking skills, and can independently lead and execute research projects. Performs a variety of routine and specialized laboratory experimental procedures utilizing molecular biology, 3D cell culture, tumor microenvironment, cell-cell interactions, animal models, immunohistochemistry, and patient-derived models for cancer research studies. The starting annual salary for this position is $62,514 and this can include a full comprehensive benefits package.## **Qualifications:**Required Education and Experience 1. Master’s degree and the equivalent of eighteen (18) months of full-time professional research experience in a laboratory, clinical or scientific research environment; or 2. Bachelor’s degree and the equivalent of thirty (30) months of full-time professional research experience in a laboratory, clinical or scientific research environment. NOTE: Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.The preferred candidate should hold a Ph.D. in biomedical science and have experience as a laboratory research scientist, with hands-on expertise working with laboratory animals—including xenografts, PDXs, and PDOs—as well as proficiency in 3D cell culture, histology techniques, and FACS. Demonstrated experience in writing and editing research papers, grants, and presentations is essential. The candidate must be capable of independently driving grant-funded research projects, possess high-level critical thinking skills, and contribute to lab management by placing orders, maintaining and updating laboratory inventories and IACUC/IBC/BDR protocols, tracking consumables, supplies, animal use, and equipment, and ensuring smooth laboratory operations. Additionally, applicants should provide the contact information and/or letters of recommendation from at least two references. **Equal Employment Opportunity Statement**Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans **Reasonable Accommodation Request**RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. **Our Core Values**RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.**Grant Funding**This is a grant-funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables is required.**E-Verify Employer**Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division participates in the E-Verify program.