Research Technician II - Pediatric Cancer Lab

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is seeking an entry-level research technical role in Dr. Maris' laboratory to perform protocols and laboratory tasks under direct supervision.

The position focuses on understanding targets for pediatric cancer immunotherapies and developing neuroblastoma and Ewing sarcoma therapies. Responsibilities include routine experiments, data recording, and assistive tasks across a translational research program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor preferred.
• 1+ year of related classroom or lab experience requested.
• Experience in research labs and basic techniques is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine tests and experiments under supervision.
• Record results and maintain lab notebooks accurately.
• Operate and maintain basic lab equipment and supplies.
• Assist in planning research protocols and procedures.
• Attend seminars and lab meetings to expand techniques.

Skills

Lab procedures

Data analysis

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree Preferred

Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Tools

CRISPRi

Western blotting

Flow cytometry

Proteomics

Job description

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is seeking an entry-level research technical role in Dr. Maris' laboratory to perform protocols and laboratory tasks under direct supervision.

The position focuses on understanding targets for pediatric cancer immunotherapies and developing neuroblastoma and Ewing sarcoma therapies. Responsibilities include routine experiments, data recording, and assistive tasks across a translational research program.