Description

The lab of Sanaz Memarzadeh, MD, PhD, focuses on understanding the

molecular basis of the formation, progression and treatment of gynecologic

epithelial cancers. The Gynecologic

Oncology (GO) Discovery lab investigates the molecular pathways in

chemotherapy-resistant ovarian and aggressive endometrial tumor cells that are

candidates for therapeutic intervention via small molecule inhibitors and/or

immunotherapy. Knowledge gained from

this translational research will then be used to design and test strategies for

cancer therapeutics that will move onto clinical trials.

Dr. Memarzadeh and the GO Discovery Lab (godiscoverylab.com) are

seeking a full-time Staff Research Associate I to join their team. The candidate for this position will be

expected to perform a variety of molecular and genomic research techniques and

tasks related to the procurement, transport and processing of tissue and tumor

specimens while working on projects related to understanding the immunologic

and genetic events involved in the formation and progression of gynecologic

disease. Other responsibilities include laboratory and grant support duties related to new grant-funded projects; and preparation

of data and technical writing for manuscripts, presentations, funding

applications and progress reports.

Salary Range: $25.75 to $30.71 per hour.

Qualifications

• BS in biomedical field or equivalent required.

• Previous wet lab research experience required, can be obtained as part of degree program

• Experience or knowledge in one or more of cancer, immunology and translational research is preferred

• Demonstrated experience in common and modern molecular, cellular and genomic techniques in laboratory environment required

• Ability to work with clinical specimens according to standard protocols is required.

• Ability to seek out and read scientific literature to solve all levels of research problems is required

• Ability to analyze research findings and prepare concise and accurate technical and data reports is required

• Experience preparing data and contributing technical aspects of scientific writing for manuscripts and funding applications is required

• Experience working with and preparing internal regulatory approvals and documentation (eg IRB) is required

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