Senior Research Associate - CAR T Cell Therapy
- Employer
- City of Hope
- Location
- Duarte, CA
- Closing date
- Oct 25, 2022
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- Sector
- Science, Life Sciences, Cell and Molecular Biology, Pharmaceutical, Clinical Research Associate
- Organization Type
- Corporate
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About City of Hope
City of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment organization for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.
Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope's translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution. AccessHope™, a subsidiary launched in 2019 serves employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope's specialized cancer expertise.
A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation's "Best Hospitals" in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California and in Arizona.
City of Hope's commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We believe diversity, equity and inclusion is key in serving our mission to provide compassionate patient care, drive innovative discovery, and advance vital education focused on eliminating cancer and diabetes in all of our communities. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures we bring the full range of skills, perspectives, cultural backgrounds and experiences to our work -- and that our teams align with the people we serve in order to build trust and understanding. We are dedicated to fostering a community that embraces diversity - in ideas, backgrounds and perspectives; this is reflected in our work and represented in our people.
Position Summary
The T cell Therapeutics Laboratories is comprised of five individual laboratories focused on developing novel CAR T cell Immunotherapies. The molecular team has historically designed and produced most of the chimeric antigen receptors used in the studies across all laboratories. This position on the Molecular team is immediately available for an independent, organized, self-motivated individual with extensive molecular biology experience that would work with all 5 PIs to design and develop novel receptors and to manage the molecular workstations.
Key Responsibilities include:
Primary responsibilities for the T Cell Therapeutics research laboratories (TCTRL) program/department would include:
* Performing molecular techniques, including but not limited to molecular design, generation of molecular constructs, plasmid and genomic DNA purification, PCR, quantitative PCR, transient and stable transfection, passage and maintenance of tissue culture cell lines.
* Participation in the development and standardization of molecular assays for quality control (QC) and correlative assays investigating patient products and samples.
* Management and organization of the molecular workstations, database, and software related to construct design; training of new staff for all projects for labs within the TCTRL program/department.
* Actively participate in routine lab support and maintenance activities.
Basic education, experience and skills required for consideration:
* Bachelor's degree or Master's degree required.
* Five or more years related research/ laboratory experience with a Bachelor's degree or Four or more years related research/ laboratory experience with a Master's degree
* Experience specifically in molecular cloning techniques and construct design.
Additional Information:
As a condition of employment, City of Hope requires staff to comply with all state and federal vaccination mandates.
For more information on Dr. Stephen Forman's Research, please visit here.
City of Hope is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
* Posting Date: Jul 13, 2022
* Job Field: Research
* Employee Status: Regular
* Shift: Day Job
City of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment organization for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.
Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope's translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution. AccessHope™, a subsidiary launched in 2019 serves employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope's specialized cancer expertise.
A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation's "Best Hospitals" in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California and in Arizona.
City of Hope's commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We believe diversity, equity and inclusion is key in serving our mission to provide compassionate patient care, drive innovative discovery, and advance vital education focused on eliminating cancer and diabetes in all of our communities. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures we bring the full range of skills, perspectives, cultural backgrounds and experiences to our work -- and that our teams align with the people we serve in order to build trust and understanding. We are dedicated to fostering a community that embraces diversity - in ideas, backgrounds and perspectives; this is reflected in our work and represented in our people.
Position Summary
The T cell Therapeutics Laboratories is comprised of five individual laboratories focused on developing novel CAR T cell Immunotherapies. The molecular team has historically designed and produced most of the chimeric antigen receptors used in the studies across all laboratories. This position on the Molecular team is immediately available for an independent, organized, self-motivated individual with extensive molecular biology experience that would work with all 5 PIs to design and develop novel receptors and to manage the molecular workstations.
Key Responsibilities include:
Primary responsibilities for the T Cell Therapeutics research laboratories (TCTRL) program/department would include:
* Performing molecular techniques, including but not limited to molecular design, generation of molecular constructs, plasmid and genomic DNA purification, PCR, quantitative PCR, transient and stable transfection, passage and maintenance of tissue culture cell lines.
* Participation in the development and standardization of molecular assays for quality control (QC) and correlative assays investigating patient products and samples.
* Management and organization of the molecular workstations, database, and software related to construct design; training of new staff for all projects for labs within the TCTRL program/department.
* Actively participate in routine lab support and maintenance activities.
Basic education, experience and skills required for consideration:
* Bachelor's degree or Master's degree required.
* Five or more years related research/ laboratory experience with a Bachelor's degree or Four or more years related research/ laboratory experience with a Master's degree
* Experience specifically in molecular cloning techniques and construct design.
Additional Information:
As a condition of employment, City of Hope requires staff to comply with all state and federal vaccination mandates.
For more information on Dr. Stephen Forman's Research, please visit here.
City of Hope is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
* Posting Date: Jul 13, 2022
* Job Field: Research
* Employee Status: Regular
* Shift: Day Job
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