Research Associate 1

Moffitt Cancer Center; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, FL seeks a Research Associate 1 to join the Center for Antibody & Protein Engineering (CAPE). The role focuses on molecular cloning, protein expression and purification, and yeast surface display, while supporting day-to-day lab management.

The successful candidate will work both independently and as part of a team, with opportunities to develop scientific skills through independent research projects and collaboration within the CAPE.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science in biology, biochemistry, bioengineering or in a related field is required and research training experience.
• Research training experience in molecular biology or biochemistry is required, and familiarity in the areas of structural biology, cancer biology or immunology is preferred.
• The successful applicant should be able to work both independently and as part of a team, and good written and verbal communication skills are essential for the candidate to collaborate with others within the research group and outside.

Responsibilities

• Cloning recombinant DNA constructs including plasmid design, DNA preparation, transformation, and sequence verification
• Maintaining cell cultures,
• Conduct yeast surface display experiment, including library handling, expression analysis, and selection assays.
• Express and purifying proteins in bacterial, insect and mammalian expression systems using standard biochemical techniques (e.g., affinity chromatography, size-exclusion chromatography).
• The candidate will also be responsible for lab management duties such as equipment maintenance, generation of common reagents, and purchase orders.

Skills

Molecular cloning

Protein expression

Yeast surface display

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/biochemistry/biomedical engineering or related field

Tools

Affinity chromatography

Size-exclusion chromatography

Cell culture maintenance

DNA sequencing verification

Job description

Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. As the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, Moffitt employs some of the best and brightest minds from around the world. Join a dedicated team of nearly 11,000 who are shaping the future we envision. Moffitt has been recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation and is continually named one of the Tampa Bay Times' Top Workplaces.

We are seeking to recruit a Research Associate 1 to work in the Center for Antibody & Protein Engineering (CAPE) at Moffitt Cancer Center. The CAPE is a newly formed initiative focused on the development of next-generation cancer immunotherapies.

Position Highlights

The successful candidate will contribute to ongoing research projects involving molecular cloning, protein expression and purification, and yeast surface display, while also supporting day-to-day laboratory management and ordering activities. Depending on interest and qualification, this position offers opportunities to further develop scientific skills such as the independent pursuit of research projects.

Responsibilities

• Cloning recombinant DNA constructs including plasmid design, DNA preparation, transformation, and sequence verification
• Maintaining cell cultures,
• Conduct yeast surface display experiment, including library handling, expression analysis, and selection assays.
• Express and purifying proteins in bacterial, insect and mammalian expression systems using standard biochemical techniques (e.g., affinity chromatography, size-exclusion chromatography).
• The candidate will also be responsible for lab management duties such as equipment maintenance, generation of common reagents, and purchase orders.

Credentials and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science in biology, biochemistry, bioengineering or in a related field is required and research training experience.
• Research training experience in molecular biology or biochemistry is required, and familiarity in the areas of structural biology, cancer biology or immunology is preferred.
• The successful applicant should be able to work both independently and as part of a team, and good written and verbal communication skills are essential for the candidate to collaborate with others within the research group and outside.

Moffitt Team Members are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Retirement, Parental Leave and more.

Tampa is a thriving metropolitan city, which has become a hub for ground-breaking research, welcoming individuals from around the globe. This diverse city is engulfed with rich culture, year-round activities, amazing cuisine and so much more.

We strive for work/life balance.

If you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission, then we have a place for you.

Salary

• Salary Range $19.65 - $29.94
• Salary ranges posted for this position represent the expected base pay range for the role.
• Actual compensation may vary based on location and a variety of job-related factors, including experience, skills, education, and internal equity among Team Members in similar positions.
• We are committed to maintaining fair and equitable pay practices and regularly review compensation to ensure alignment across our workforce.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Moffitt Cancer Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran or disabled status. We seek candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.

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