Researcher (Temp)- Cupido Lab
About The Position
Join Our Team The Cupido Lab at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is excited to announce an opening for a Temporary Researcher position. This position is limited to 1,000 hours and is ideal for highly motivated individuals looking to contribute to cutting-edge research in cancer epigenetics. The Cupido Lab focuses on developing innovative chemistry-based approaches to exploring the role of RNA in nuclear organization and genome function. Our mission is driven by the goal of understanding and targeting cancer epigenetic mechanisms. The Temporary Researcher will conduct standard cell biology and biochemistry experiments, troubleshoot protocols, and maintain detailed records. Key procedures include cell culture, cell transfection, immunohistochemistry, ChIP-Seq, RNA-seq, and protein expression and purification. The ideal candidate will be comfortable collaborating closely with other lab members and colleagues and will actively participate in different lab research efforts. A strong interest in staying current with the latest literature in chemical and chromatin/cancer biology is highly desirable. If you're passionate about scientific discovery and eager to learn in cancer biology, we invite you to apply for an exciting opportunity at the Cupido Lab. Join us in our mission to find cures for children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases! We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and supportive environment and encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific area is required.
- No experience required.
Nice To Haves
- Some laboratory experience is preferred.
- A strong interest in staying current with the latest literature in chemical and chromatin/cancer biology is highly desirable.
- The ideal candidate will be comfortable collaborating closely with other lab members and colleagues and will actively participate in different lab research efforts.
Responsibilities
- Assist with laboratory research on multiple projects.
- Perform experiments as directed, report and communicate data supporting both publications and presentations.
- Learn new techniques and experimental procedures to support scientific inquiry within the laboratory.
- Follows basic protocols, implementing experimental techniques prescribed by the supervisor and providing basic troubleshooting where appropriate.
- Accurately records experimental procedures and data.
- May draft results/data for posters, presentations, or publications.
- Operates lab equipment.
- Performs other related duties as assigned in order to meet the goals of the department and institution.
- Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
