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Technical Associate I, Irvine Lab
Job Description
TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE I, Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research-Irvine Lab, to support ongoing immunoengineering research on the development of cancer immunotherapy and HIV vaccines. Will independently manage and execute weekly production of self-replicating RNA and modRNA constructs used by lab members and collaborators for vaccine research in vitro and in vivo (totaling 1-10mg/week); and research and develop quality control and optimization experiments for high-quality, reproducible RNAs. Responsibilities include independently producing a weekly cohort of RNA--which must be high-quality and produced in a timely manner--for lab members and collaborators for use in vaccine research; assisting with developing novel RNA formulations such as labeled and base-modified RNAs; troubleshooting and optimizing RNA synthesis procedure; and attending lab meetings and journal club.
The Irvine Lab believes that diversity fuels creativity and strives to empower all to express their identity and contribute their talent. The lab offers scientific and career mentorship to advance professional growth. Contributions will be appropriately recognized by authorship on subsequent publications.
REQUIRED: bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, biochemistry, bioengineering, or related area; at least two years of relevant lab experience (may include experience gained as an undergraduate); excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; ability to work both independently and as part of a team; comfort analyzing, summarizing, and reporting results to researchers; demonstrated commitment to exceeding quality standards, providing exceptional services, and producing accurate and high-quality work; meticulous attention to detail; practiced documentation skills; and awareness of and ability to follow basic safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment. PREFERRED: experience in fields related to immunology. Job #23682
Must be able to occasionally work outside of regular hours, including weekends, and holidays, to meet urgent requests.
2/1/24
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