Research Associate II - T Cell Therapeutics Research Laboratory

Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at theBeckman Research Institute of City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.

A Research Associate II position is available in the lab of Dr. Christine Brown of the T Cell Therapeutics Research Laboratories (TCTRL). This is a fast-paced lab involved in cutting-edge technology, research and clinical immunotherapeutic programs. You will support the evaluation of CAR T-cell therapies in next-generation cancer models, including patient-derived organoid cultures and organ-on-a-chip platforms, as well as the development and evaluation of novel blood- and iPSC-derived immune effector cell therapies. We will train new personnel in project specific techniques and procedures. Please note, work hours may vary.

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As a successful candidate you will:

* Perform tissue culture using aseptic techniques, including media preparation, passaging, maintenance, and cryopreservation of T cell lines and pluripotent stem cells.

* Support the development of next-generation solid cancer models, including patient-derived organoids and tumor-on-a-chip platforms.

* Conduct T cell functional assays, including cytotoxicity and cytokine production assays, as well as ELISAs.

* Perform cell staining for multicolor flow cytometry and analyze flow cytometry data.

* Assist with murine surgical procedures, tissue harvesting, and sample preparation.

* Revise and maintain laboratory protocols and procedures.

* Provide routine laboratory support and maintenance in accordance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) principles.

Your qualifications should include:

* Bachelor's degree. Masters degree preferred

* 2+ years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree or 1+ year related experience with a Master's degree.

* Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in lab work as well as accurate recordkeeping and lab documentation are a must.

* Hands-on experience with cellular immunology and standard good laboratory practices (GLP) desired

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

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