The Division of Hematology Oncology is seeking a Staff Research Associate 1 with experience in a BSL2 laboratory. In this role, you will perform tissue culture work; maintain different cell lines and human cells; perform large-scale selection of different populations of cells; grow and purify viral vectors (transfection, purification, titration) and live virus; maintain log of vectors, virus, and cells. Process blood and tissue samples (mouse, human, primate) and sort for selected populations of cells. HIV infection of cultured cells and human cells. Perform molecular biology: DNA and RNA extraction, molecular cloning, PCR and RT-PCR.

You will be expected to maintain a laboratory notebook in enough detail that results can be reproduced. Plan experiments in conjunction with supervisor; but, also must be able to analyze and interpret data and plan experiments independently. Additionally, you will work closely with other technicians in conducting large-scale experiments; assist in training of undergraduates; order, stock, and maintain inventory on laboratory supplies; and assist with handling of mice. You will perform animal handling and manipulations – various types of injections, retro orbital bleeds, biopsies, euthanizations, and sample harvesting (blood, various tissues). Assist with humanized mouse surgeries and monitor mouse health and cell engraftment for downstream applications.

Hourly Salary Range: $25.75 – $30.71