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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.

The laboratory of Dr. Linda Malkas develops targeted anticancer therapeutics that inhibit a cancer-associated form of proliferating cell nuclear antigen (PCNA). Using cancer cell line models, our team investigates the cellular mechanisms of these agents and evaluates synergistic drug combinations designed to improve therapeutic efficacy.

We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Research Associate to support laboratory operations, maintain key research resources, and contribute to ongoing studies evaluating anticancer drug activity across multiple cell lines. On-the-job training will be provided.

As a successful candidate you will:

* Maintain mammalian cell cultures and evaluate cellular responses to anticancer drug treatments

* Support shared laboratory spaces, including stocking 70% ethanol bottles and decontaminating liquid waste in the biosafety cabinet room

* Manage chemical inventory, freezer organization, and cryogenic cell stock records

* Perform routine laboratory safety checks, including weekly eye wash station inspections

* Assist laboratory members with experiments and ongoing research projects as needed

* Analyze data, perform statistical analyses, prepare reports, maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, and present findings at lab meetings

Your qualifications should include:

* Bachelor's degree in biological sciences with 0-2 years of research/laboratory experience

* Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks accurately

* Prior laboratory experience with cell culture, molecular biology techniques, or data analysis is preferred but not required

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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