Research Assistant II/III - Integrative Biology Laboratory, Dr. Edward Stites

The laboratory studies the molecular networks that play important roles in cancer and human disease. The laboratory has a diverse set of research programs that have been catalyzed by computational analyses of biological systems. The laboratory is looking for one (or more) part-time Research Assistants who have the ability to work independently and perform rigorous and reproducible experiments that can test these hypotheses. A Research Assistant II needs to have prior experience designing and trouble-shooting experiments successfully. Additionally, the candidate will have strong experience in at least one of the following areas:

a)Cell signaling

b)Cancer cell biology

c)Protein biochemistry

d)Mouse models of cancer

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or related field.

Preferred:

• PhD or ability to work at a similar level in terms of independence and quality of work.

• Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment.
• Must be willing to work with human cells and complete all appropriate associated training.
• Must be willing to work independently and must have a flexible schedule to support research needs.
• Successful completion of the Instituteâ™s background investigation.

This position requires constant adjusting focus, seeing, sitting and working inside.