Summary

The Research Technician I will support and perform research studies related to the Sarcoma Patient-derived Tumor Xenograft (PDX)Laboratory. Research techniques will  focus on molecular biology (e.g. tissue processing, nucleic acid extraction, tissue culture) and in vivo experiments using PDX models. 

Job Duties

• Prepares and conducts laboratory experiments independently.
• Maintains necessary inventory of supplies and reagents required for experiments.
• Maintains lab databases.
• Accurately document experiments to ensure that work can be replicated by others. Collect, analyze, compile, interpret and evaluate research results and report progress to PI.
• Executes a range of basic  research techniques which include processing of human and mouse tissues, maintenance of tissue culture,  administration of cancer therapies and monitoring of adverse effects in mouse model.
• Maintains a detail registry of tumor specimens in the PDX laboratory and oversees distribution to keep an adequate supply.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a Basic Science or related field. Two years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
• One year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Graph-Pad software.
• Must be fluent in verbal and written English.
• Goal-oriented mindset ,proactive, engaged, and take initiative in all work-related tasks