Research Associate II

Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.

A Research Associate II position is available in the laboratory of Adam de Smith. The lab's research in the Department of Pediatrics focuses on the etiology of childhood acute leukemia. We use molecular and epidemiological methodologies to advance our understanding of the germline genetic risk, somatic drivers, and early-life origins of childhood leukemia, with the ultimate goal of developing strategies for disease prevention.

As a successful candidate, you will:

• Perform a variety of routine and non-routine laboratory research experiments. Record and validate results for accuracy and completeness.

• Troubleshoot procedures if experiment results are unexpected or unsatisfactory. Recommend alternative procedures.

• Responsible for accurately recording work performed including results and methodology. Calculate, compile and analyze data obtained from work performed.

• Independently evaluate research data and initiate alternative approaches to improve the quality of results by providing input to overall research design. Train lab staff in specialized procedures, equipment and theoretical concepts behind unique tests.

• May contribute to the preparation of manuscripts by describing methods and specialized techniques. Keep abreast of new and improved techniques.

• Ensure that all laboratory activities are carried out in compliance with each procedure(s) by utilizing safety procedures and guidelines in handling, storage and disposal of bio-hazardous, infectious and toxic material.

Your qualifications should include:

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field, with 2 years of post-degree research experience, or 1 year with a Master's degree

• Hands-on experience with molecular genetics techniques, especially digital PCR, is preferred.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

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