Technical Associate I, Yaffe Lab
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Job Location:
Cambridge, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Posting Description
TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE I YAFFE LAB Koch Institute for Integrated Cancer Research-Yaffe Lab to work closely with several lab members and perform independent research using CRISPR-based screens for sensitization of tumor cells to signaling pathway inhibitors and chemotherapeutic drugs combined with in vivo mouse tumor studies. Responsibilities include performing a broad range of basic laboratory experiments using standard techniques including tissue culture techniques CRISPR screening maintaining mouse tumor and human PDX models delivery of novel anti-cancer therapeutics into mice and target tumors molecular cloning immunoblotting flow cytometry and other biochemical/molecular assays; statistical data analysis; evaluating designing and revising research methods/procedures/techniques based on established objectives; and adjusting basic experimental protocols to ensure project completion in a timely fashion.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: Bachelors degree in a relevant field; two years of specialized lab experience (may include experience gained as an undergraduate); working knowledge of general laboratory practices and procedures; experience with mouse cancer models signal transduction biochemistry and relevant molecular biology and cell culture techniques; experience conducting and applying online research to projects; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; comfort analyzing summarizing and reporting results to researchers; commitment to exceeding quality standards providing exceptional services and producing accurate and high-quality work; meticulous attention to detail; and ability to follow safety procedures maintain a safe work environment and work independently and as part of a team. PREFERRED: Masters degree in related field; broad knowledge of the work done in the labs; and experience collaborating with a diverse group of researchers/trainees.
Work conditions: Exerting light-to-medium amount of force to move objects of 10-20lbs; moving long distances or from site to site; proximity to mechanical parts and electrical current; and exposure to high heat or chemicals.
12/18/2025
Required Experience:
IC
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