Research Technician I/II- Yeh Lab

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Woodbury (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a world-renowned biomedical research institution as a Research Technician in the Yeh Lab, where your passion for drug discovery will contribute to groundbreaking cancer targeting strategies. This role involves hands-on research tasks such as cultivating cancer cells, conducting biochemical assays, and engaging in protein synthesis and purification. You'll receive mentored training and work in a dynamic environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you're a college student graduating by summer 2025 with a strong background in chemistry or biology, this is an exciting opportunity to kick-start your career in a prestigious lab dedicated to advancing biomedical research.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Exceptional Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Time Off

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field required.
• Strong lab experience in biochemistry or organic chemistry is desired.

Responsibilities

• Cultivating cancer cells and conducting biochemical assays.
• Involvement in drug discovery research and protein synthesis.

Skills

Laboratory Research Experience

Biochemistry

Organic Chemistry

Protein Engineering

Chemical Biology

Medicinal Chemistry

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological/Chemical Engineering

Job description

Job Title:Research Technician I/II- Yeh Lab

Job Number: 91097

Location: woodbury,US

Job Description

Position Description
The Yeh Laboratory at CSHL Cancer Center (http://yehlab.labsites.cshl.edu) is looking for a Research Technician passionate about drug discovery research. Our lab is developing several cancer targeting strategies for new therapeutics development. The Research Technician will be part of our drug discovery research effort at CSHL Cancer Center. Research tasks include cultivating cancer cells, biochemical assays, protein synthesis, purification and chemical modifications etc. Mentored research training will be provided. Candidates interested in chemical biology, medicinal chemistry, protein engineering are encouraged to apply. College students graduating by 2025 summer are highly encouraged to apply.

Position Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology or Biological/Chemical Engineering. Chemistry/Biochemistry as major is preferred (or demonstrating the competency in Organic Chemistry) and successfully completed courses in organic chemistry with synthetic organic chemistry or bio-organic chemistry lab experiences.

Experience/Skills:Strong undergraduate laboratory research experience and performance in biochemistry or organic chemistry is desired.

Environment
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and also a unique opportunity of timely exposure to advances in various biomedical research fields and of interaction with a broad range of researchers from all over the world through its renowned Meetings and Courses program. We believe that science is for everyone. We have had researchers with a variety of backgrounds and believe in the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Compensation and Benefits
Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our CSHL Benefits sites to learn more. The salary range for this role is $45,000.00 – $50,000. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).

CSHL is an EO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Application Deadline: 2025-07-07