Research Assistant

2 weeks ago


Washington, United States Virginia Tech Full time

The Mulvaney Lab located in Washington, DC focuses on studying and therapeutically targeting enzyme-substrate interactions in cancer. We are seeking a research assistant (lab technician) who is creative, enthusiastic, and motivated for the Mulvaney lab at the Children’s National Research and Innovation Center. The lab’s work focuses on signaling pathways in pediatric and adult cancers—with a particular emphasis on therapeutically targeting enzyme vulnerabilities. Available projects include structurally and biochemically identifying mechanisms of substrate recruitment to methyltransferases, such as PRMT5, and CRISPR screening for combination drug treatments for various tumor types.

Expected start date is Summer 2024.

**Required Qualifications**
- Demonstrated prior research experience
- Self-motivated and passionate about biochemical and cancer research
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability and desire to succeed in a fast-paced research environment with multiple concurrent duties
- Excellent communication skills

**Preferred Qualifications**
- Degree or coursework in biology, biochemistry, genetics, cellular biology, bioengineering or bioinformatics
- Experience with tissue culture, western blots, or protein purification
- Proficiency with data analysis and visualization in R

**Pay Band**

3

**Appointment Type**

Restricted

**Salary Information**

Commensurate

**Review Date**

4/23/2024

**Additional Information**

**About Virginia Tech**

Dedicated to its motto, _Ut Prosim_ (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. **Equal Opportunity Employer


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