Laboratory Research Assistant
The University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking two (2) full-time Laboratory Research Assistants in the lab of Dr. Aaron Stonestrom. The goal of Dr. Stonestrom's lab is to create better treatments for leukemia and related bone marrow failure syndromes employing a multidisciplinary approach utilizing gene editing, synthetic biology, and epigenetic characterization to understand founding genetic alterations that drive these diseases.
Benefits Information
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).
Primary Duties
- Perform standard laboratory techniques including DNA/RNA isolation, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), cell culture, microscopy, preparation of high throughput sequencing libraries.
- Compile and analyze research data.
- Administrative duties include training and guiding students and/or other laboratory technicians, and ordering supplies.
- Willingness to work with animals (mice) preferred but not required.
- Technical and intellectual contribution to cancer research resulting in publication co-authorship.
- Additional learning opportunities related to clinical oncology and computer programming /coding dependent on interest and career goals.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or field of study related to the research of the laboratory.
Other: May require training related to occupational safety and health, environmental compliance, shipping of hazardous materials and/or ionizing radiation. May consider a combination of directly related experience and education.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.
Hiring Range: $46,000 - $50,000, commensurate with education and experience.
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