We are seeking a Laboratory Assistantwho will spend 75% or more of effort/time dedicated to a research project computationally investigating the role of the tumor immuno microenvironment on acral melanoma initiation, progression and therapy resistance. 25% or less of effort/time dedicated to laboratory maintenance to support the general research activities in the laboratory.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

The research project (75%)

• Will require basic science, translational research knowledge and problem-solving skills, in addition to reading of the relevant literature.
• The candidate will be trained by Dr. Vito Rebecca and more senior lab members to perform experiments required by the project.
• These experiments will involve mouse work, genetic silencing approaches, sequencing, and other cell and molecular biology techniques.
• The candidate will meet regularly with Dr. Vito Rebecca to plan experiments and discuss results, and he/she will also be expected to present his/her data at group meetings.

The laboratory support (25%)

• Activities include preparing solutions and media following standard formulas and procedures, preparing drug stocks, ordering of supplies, and maintaining mice.
• Laboratory maintenance also includes maintaining lab organization, arranging for repair and maintenance of laboratory equipment, and complying with biohazard safety standards.

Materials, Machines and/or Equipment used on the job

• Balances
• pH meters
• Centrifuges
• Electrophoresis system
• Microscopes
• UV and visible spectroscopy
• Incubators for growing fungal and bacterial cultures.

• High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.
• Some undergraduate coursework preferred.

• Master's Degree in Computational Biology or equivalent coursework.
• Prior lab research experience at the graduate level and/or beyond. Prior experience working with computational analysis, sequencing, mice, microscopy and/or basic molecular biology desirable.
• Programming knowledge.

Classified Title: Laboratory Assistant
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/01/CA
Starting Salary Range: $15.00 - $20.00 HRLY ($35,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Exempt Status:Non-Exempt
Location:School of Public Health
Department name: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Personnel area: School of Public Health