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Research Assistant

1 month ago

Providence, Rhode Island, United States Brown University Full time

Job Description:

Summary:

The Research Assistant will have three primary responsibilities: (1) laboratory maintenance and support, (2) maintaining quality and stocks of human and murine cell lines as well as DNA plasmids, and (3) assisting with conducting experiments within existing research projects. The Research Assistant will be conducting laboratory experiments within established protocols as needed on several projects in the lab which need to be high quality results to be included in manuscript submissions and grant applications.

The lab of Dr. Sendurai Mani is dedicated to investigating the biology of EMT and identifying the drivers of the CSC phenotype. The lab is determined to identify resistance mechanisms and develop strategies to prevent and overcome therapy resistance and metastatic progression using preclinical models and profiling patient tumor samples on the single cell level. By target the EMT-signaling pathways and treating metastasis, the lab's goal is to cure cancer patients regardless of their stage.

This is a fixed term position with a current end date of 11/30/2025 which may be extended based upon available funding.

Job Qualifications:

Education and Experience

  • Required: Bachelor's degree with prior related undergraduate experience or extensive coursework and/or the equivalent combination of education and experience (Grade 7).
  • Required: Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of experience and/or the equivalent combination of education and experience (Grade 8).
  • Preferred: Research experience in molecular biology, cancer biology and mouse experimentation.

Job Competencies

  • General background knowledge of cancer biology
  • Animal experimentation
  • Interest in scientific research
  • Ability to be organized and keep accurate records
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions
  • Proficiency with computers and essential software programs (such as MS office)
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills and be able to present complex data in clear presentations
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a diverse group of people, with vastly different skills and training
  • Outstanding problem-solving skills, ability to implement solutions
  • Possesses a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION CHECK REQUIRED

Recruiting Start Date:

Job Posting Title:

Research Assistant

Department:

Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Grade:

Grade 7

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

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