Senior Research Assistant, Lareau Lab

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The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Exciting Opportunity at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center: Join the Lareau Lab as a Senior Research Assistant!

TheLareau LabatMemorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centeruses computational and genomics-based approaches to understand how immune and hematopoietic cells adapt and evolve over time, particularly in response to disease and therapy. You will help lead a cutting-edge research group at the intersection of single-cell multi-omics, computational virology, and preclinical therapeutic development. The successful applicant will play an active role in leading the day-to-day success of the experimental lab and contribute to a multitude of ongoing projects.

Role Overview:

• Laboratory Management: Prepare and maintain lab equipment, instruments, solutions, assays, and other essential supplies.
• Techniques & Assays: Perform molecular cloning, recombinant protein expression and purification, flow cytometry, yeast surface display, mammalian cell culture, DNA extraction, and library preparation for next-generation sequencing.
• Data Management: Record and analyze research data, prepare reports, and provide insights to the research team.
• Compliance:Ensure the lab remains compliant with safety standards, legal regulations, licensing and accreditation requirements.
• Collaboration: Assist peers and researchers with ongoing projects, fostering a team-oriented, supportive environment.

Key Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or bachelor’s degree with 8 years of molecular biology experience.

Core Skills:

• Attention to detail and strong record-keeping habits.
• Ability to follow protocols while troubleshooting when needed.
• Team-oriented approach to supporting postdocs and fellow researchers.
• Adaptability in a dynamic lab environment.

Additional Information:

• Location: NYC; Zuckerman Research Center
• Schedule: 37.5 hours per week (onsite)

Helpful Links:

• Lareau Lab
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• Benefits

Closing:

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