Research Associate, Cancer Biology, Czyzyk-Krzeska Lab
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Job Overview
A Research Associate position is currently available for employment in the lab of Dr. Czyzyk-Krzeska at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, in the Department of Cancer Biology, to study the molecular mechanisms that contribute to cancer development.
The employee will have an opportunity to perform cutting-edge biomedical research with the intention of publishing their results in pre-eminent peer-reviewed scientific journals. Previous employees serving in this role have utilized this job as a stepping-stone to pursue medical (MD) or graduate (PhD) degrees at prestigious biomedical institutions or lucrative positions in industry.
The employee will work very closely with and receive direct training from Dr. Czyzyk-Krzeska and other members of the lab, which may include postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, clinical fellows, or undergraduate researchers.
Essential Functions
Perform experiments that include, but are not limited to:
- Western blot analysis, RNA isolation, PCR, tissue culture, cytotoxicity assays, flow cytometry, mouse dissection followed by tissue processing and histological analysis.
- Laboratory organization, including ordering, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
Required Education
B.A or B.S in relevant fields such as biology, chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, biophysics, etc.
Required Experience
- Expertise in mice handling and proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe (Photoshop, Illustrator).
- Previous independent laboratory experience outside of required undergraduate courses.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Sitting - Continuously
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
- Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
- Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).
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For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Research Associate, Cancer Biology, Czyzyk-Krzeska Lab
Cincinnati, OH, US
Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
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