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Research Associate I-II (Tumor Initiation and Maintenance) Commisso Lab

Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute

Research Associate I-II (Tumor Initiation and Maintenance) Commisso Lab

La Jolla, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    _Sanford Burnham Prebys is a preeminent, independent biomedical research institute dedicated to understanding human biology and disease, and advancing scientific discoveries to profoundly impact human health. Our scientists are making research breakthroughs in cancer, neuroscience, immunology, and children's disease. We are also at the forefront of finding solutions for emerging health threats such as COVID-19, where we are working to identify drugs that may help millions of people. During our more than 40 year history, we have established an NCI-designated Cancer Center, designed one of the most sophisticated drug discovery centers in the nonprofit world, and created global collaborations that are leading to preventions, treatments and cures to improve human health. _

    A RESEARCH ASSOCIATE position is available in the Commisso lab.  View this video to learn more about the research in the Commisso lab: SBP's Cosimo Commisso, Ph.D., talks pancreatic cancer

    The Research Associate, under the direction of the Principle Investigator (PI), will be responsible for performing experiments in support of the various biomedical research projects in the lab. The Research Associate will be involved in studies centered on cancer biology and connecting these findings to disease with in vivo mouse models of cancer. They will be responsible for day-to-day operations of the lab as necessary.

    The Dr. Commisso's Laboratory research is focused on biological discoveries that have the potential to lead to novel therapeutic strategies for cancer. Of particular interest to our laboratory are Ras-driven cancers, such as pancreatic cancer, which are extremely aggressive and are in urgent need of new and innovative therapies. The biological process that we study in the lab is called micropinocytosis, a fluid-phase form of bulk endocytic uptake, which we have linked to cancer cell metabolism in Ras-mutated tumors.

    The Research Associate I/II will address a variety of situations and develop solutions to technical problems of extensive scope and complexity within the lab’s area of expertise, and other related duties and tasks as required, to achieve our research goals. The Research Associate will contribute to data analysis, project management, and provide written and in-person progress reports to the PI. Some assistance with preparation of research results for publications, grants and presentations will also be required

    Primary Responsibilities

    • Assists with the overall project management on a large project, and plans and manages all aspects of small projects or components of larger projects.
    • Provides interpretation and analysis of results.
    • Troubleshoots problems and develops solutions to technical problems of moderate to high scope using independent thinking, literature, and colleagues as resources to solve problems.
    • Be responsible for day-to-day operations of the lab as needed
    • Perform ordering of supplies, and maintain cleanliness, logistics, and administration of chemicals and animals

    Required Skills Required Experience

    Requires a bachelors degree in a biological science or a related field, and a minimum of 3 years of directly related experience or a masters degree in one of the biological sciences.  Candidates with 5+ years of lab experience plus the educational requirements may be considered for a level II position, depending on qualifications. 

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    • Apply a strong working professional knowledge of procedures and concepts
    • Act independently to determine methods and procedures on a new assignment
    • Possess strong time management and organizational skills
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
    • Embody the Institute’s core values of Commitment, Collaboration, Communication, Community and Compassion

    Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute is an Equal Opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability – committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status as designated by federal, state or local law.  For additional information about your rights as an applicant, click HERE.