Research Technologist I — Translational Brain Lab

CommonSpirit Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health's Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix seeks a Research Tech to perform standard molecular biology procedures under supervision. You will execute protocols, collect data, maintain equipment, and support both in vivo and in vitro preclinical studies.

This entry-level role requires a BS/MS in science, lab experience, and precision. The team at Ivy Brain Tumor Center conducts cutting-edge glioblastoma trials, offering growth in a fast-paced translational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science field required.
• Experience in a research laboratory or equivalent.
• Internship or student research technician experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine molecular biology and biochemistry experiments including DNA/RNA/protein isolation, PCR, qPCR, Western blot, ICC.
• Execute cell-based assays and support biomarker analysis.
• Culture, maintain, and process patient-derived cell lines.
• Assist with in vivo and in vitro preclinical studies.
• Document procedures, results, and observations in lab records/databases.
• Maintain organized tracking of experiments and data integrity.
• Assist with sample processing, reagent prep, and general lab tasks.
• Participate in lab meetings, seminars and journal clubs.
• Follow laboratory safety and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Molecular biology

Laboratory techniques

Data recording

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

MS preferred

Tools

PCR

qPCR

Western blot

Immunocytochemistry

Job description

CommonSpirit Health's Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix seeks a Research Tech to perform standard molecular biology procedures under supervision. You will execute protocols, collect data, maintain equipment, and support both in vivo and in vitro preclinical studies.

This entry-level role requires a BS/MS in science, lab experience, and precision. The team at Ivy Brain Tumor Center conducts cutting-edge glioblastoma trials, offering growth in a fast-paced translational