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The lab of Sanaz Memarzadeh, MD, PhD, focuses on understanding the molecular basis of the formation, progression and treatment of gynecologic epithelial cancers. The Gynecologic Oncology (GO) Discovery lab investigates the molecular pathways in chemotherapy-resistant ovarian and aggressive endometrial tumor cells that are candidates for therapeutic intervention via small molecule inhibitors and/or immunotherapy. Knowledge gained from this translational research will then be used to design and test strategies for cancer therapeutics that will move onto clinical trials.
Dr. Memarzadeh and the GO Discovery Lab (godiscoverylab.com) are seeking a full-time Staff Research Associate II to join their team. The candidate for this position will be expected to perform a variety of molecular, cellular and genomic research techniques while working on projects related to understanding the immunologic and genetic events involved in the formation and progression of gynecologic disease. Other responsibilities include laboratory support duties and preparation of data and technical writing for manuscripts, presentations, funding applications and progress reports.
Salary range: $28.04 – $45.11 Hourly
- Candidates with B.S./M.S. degree strongly preferred
- 2 or more years of post-graduate wet lab research experience required, strongly preferred to be in Cancer or related field
- Demonstrated experience in common molecular, biochemical and cellular biology techniques in laboratory environment required (including tissue culture, in vivo experiments)
- Ability to seek out and read scientific literature pertaining to prosecution of broad
research problems is required - Ability to analyze research findings and prepare clear, concise and accurate
technical/statistical reports is required - Experience preparing data and scientific writing for manuscript publication and grant applications is required
- Prior experience with laboratory management and protocol management (eg IRB) is preferred
- Experience and knowledge in immunology is preferred.
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