Research Associate I - CAR T Cell Therapy

City of Hope; Duarte (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in medical research is seeking a Research Associate I to join their innovative T Cell Therapeutics Research Laboratory. In this fast-paced role, you will conduct vital research using cutting-edge technology to support immunotherapeutic programs. Your responsibilities will include maintaining cell cultures, performing functional assays, and analyzing data from flow cytometry. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to life-changing research in the fight against cancer and other critical illnesses. Join a dedicated team committed to advancing the future of medicine through groundbreaking research.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or relevant field required.
• 0-2 years of research or laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tissue culture and maintain cell lines, especially T cells.
• Perform T cell functional assays and analyze flow cytometry data.
• Assist in murine surgical procedures and maintain lab protocols.

Skills

Tissue Culture

Aseptic Techniques

Cytotoxicity Assays

Cytokine Production Assays

ELISAs

Flow Cytometry

Data Analysis

Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences

Tools

Flow Cytometry Equipment

Job description

Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.

City of Hope is seeking a Research Associate I to join the T Cell Therapeutics Research Laboratory. This role involves fast-paced research in cutting-edge technology, immunotherapeutic programs, and a commitment to delivering innovative solutions to critical illnesses. For more information on Dr. Christine Brown’s research, please visit here.

As a successful candidate, you will be:

1. Conduct tissue culture, maintaining cell cultures and applying aseptic techniques for various cell lines, especially T cell lines.
2. Perform T cell functional assays, including cytotoxicity, cytokine production assays, and ELISAs.
3. Conduct cell staining for Multicolor Flow Cytometry and analyze flow cytometry data.
4. Assist in murine surgical procedures, tissue harvesting/preparation, and contribute to revising/maintaining lab protocols.
5. Provide routine lab support and maintain activities in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).

Your qualifications should include:

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or relevant field.
2. Experience: 0-2 years of research or laboratory experience.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.

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