Research Technician III

Tulane University Translational Science Institute; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University Translational Science Institute in New Orleans, LA, is seeking a research staff member to conduct experiments focused on cell signaling in cancer biology. Responsibilities include working on cellular biology assays and maintaining laboratory equipment.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of relevant experience, with a preference for those skilled in molecular techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and one year of directly related experience.
• Two years of work experience with cellular and molecular techniques.
• Experience with animal studies including xenograft tumor models.
• Familiarity with basic computational tools such as Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments investigating cell signaling in cancer biology research.
• Perform cellular biology assays and animal models of breast cancer.
• Assist with supplies, maintaining equipment, and general laboratory maintenance.

Job description

Responsible for performing experiments investigating cell signaling in cancer biology research. Works with the research team to perform cellular biology assays and animal models of breast cancer. Necessary experiments include those involving molecular biology and Cell Biology, in adherence with the Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs) in place. Assists with supplies, maintaining equipment, and general laboratory maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments investigating cell signaling in cancer biology research.
• Perform cellular biology assays and animal models of breast cancer.
• Assist with supplies, maintaining equipment, and general laboratory maintenance.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualification: Bachelor's degree and one year of directly related experience.
• Preferred Qualification: Two years of work experience with cellular and molecular techniques such as immunoblot, cell culture and cytotoxicity assays, ELISA and flow cytometry assays, and with molecular biology techniques including RNA extraction, and real time PCR.
• Experience with animal studies including xenograft tumor models.
• Familiarity with basic computational tools such as Microsoft Excel, Word, etc.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

About Us

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Job Info

• Job Identification 829
• Job Category Research
• Posting Date 05/15/2026, 01:26 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations New Orleans, LA, United States
• Legal Employer Tulane University
• Business Unit Tulane University
• Department SOM Medicine - Hematology & Oncology