Research Technologist II — Neuro-Oncology & Liquid Biopsy Lab

CommonSpirit Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Research Tech II to execute complex experimental workflows in translational neuro-oncology research. The role focuses on liquid biopsy platforms to study pharmacogenomics, tumor evolution and disease progression, working under supervision of senior staff.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences and have 2+ years of lab experience with cell culture, molecular biology techniques, and sequencing library

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or related field.
• 2+ years of research experience in a laboratory setting.
• Proficiency in cell culture, molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR/qPCR) and/or sequencing library prep.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to learn new techniques independently.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization and time management.

Responsibilities

• Receive, process, and manage biospecimens per CLIA-compliant protocols.
• Isolate DNA/RNA from CSF and tumor tissue; process blood samples.
• Prepare single-cell RNA sequencing libraries using the 10x Genomics platform.
• Generate DNA sequencing libraries from tissue and blood samples.
• Maintain thorough documentation of experimental workflows and results.
• Contribute to lab meetings, seminars, and journal clubs.
• Keep accurate records of studies with minimal supervision.
• Perform basic data analysis as required by senior staff.
• Create and update internal lab procedure manuals.

Skills

Lab techniques

Cell culture

Molecular biology

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences

Tools

10x Genomics platform

Sequencing platforms

Job description

Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Research Tech II to execute complex experimental workflows in translational neuro-oncology research. The role focuses on liquid biopsy platforms to study pharmacogenomics, tumor evolution and disease progression, working under supervision of senior staff.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences and have 2+ years of lab experience with cell culture, molecular biology techniques, and sequencing library