Research Specialist

Princeton University; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit program

Eligibility for overtime

Job summary

A prestigious research institution in New Jersey seeks a Research Specialist to study cancer immunology and diet's effect on cancer progression. The candidate will design experiments focusing on immunometabolic pathways. Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in science, strong communication skills, and a background in molecular biology is preferred. The position offers a salary range of $41,000 to $60,000, alongside a comprehensive benefits program. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to impactful research.

Qualifications

• A strong background in science and a bachelor's degree is required.
• Highly motivated, team player, able to work independently, and excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience with molecular biology and laboratory rodent handling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory rodent handling, molecular biology techniques, flow cytometry, tissue culture, and lab maintenance.
• Collaborate with other labs on metabolic cage work.

Skills

Strong background in science

Math and computer proficiency

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Team player

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Molecular biology techniques

Flow cytometry

Tissue culture

Job description

Overview

The Ludwig Princeton Branch at Princeton University seeks applicants for a Research Specialist position to join a laboratory focused on studying cancer immunology, and the effect of diet and obesity on cancer progression. The successful candidate will work with Professor Lydia Lynch and members of the lab to design and perform experiments with a particular focus on immunometabolic pathways in vitro and in vivo including analysis of mouse model of obesity and cancer. This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of extension. Depending on the prior experience of the applicant, candidates at a variety of levels, based on the requirements below, will be considered. Rank and salary are dependent upon qualifications and experience.

The finalist will be required to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

Specific duties include but are not limited to laboratory rodent handling; molecular biology techniques, flow cytometry, tissue culture and lab maintenance work. Working with other labs to aid use of metabolic cage collaborations is also a feature of this position.

Qualifications

Essential:

• A strong background in science and a bachelor's degree is required.
• Math and computer proficiency, along with meticulous record keeping is required.
• Must be highly motivated, a team player, able to work independently, and must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred:

• A background in molecular biology, immunology and/or cancer biology is highly desirable along with the ability to perform advanced mouse work.
• Optimally, the candidate has demonstrated experience with molecular biology and laboratory rodent handling and tissue culture.
• Computational biology experience is also highly desirable but not required.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Standard Weekly Hours

36.25

Eligible for Overtime

Yes

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Probationary Period

90 days

Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)

No

Physical Capacity Exam Required

No

Valid Driver's License Required

No

Salary Range

$41,000 to $60,000