Research Asst

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center is a world renowned organization dedicated to the progressive control and cure of cancer through programs of patient care, research, and education.

The Geoffrey Beene Translational Oncology Core Facility was established to take full advantage of the wealth of clinical samples and the emerging information issuing from Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center clinical trials by applying state of the art genome-scale molecular profiling technologies.

The facility offers a variety of services including: Semi-automated high throughput nucleic acid (DNA and RNA) extraction, whole genome amplification (WGA) of DNA extracted from these samples, fully automated high throughput PCR in 384 well plates, high volume sequencing, and automated mutation detection and data analysis.

In this position you will perform nucleic acids extractions from clinical samples and adapt protocols to automation. Set-up various types of PCR for re-sequencing and genotyping using various platforms (e.g. Sequenom). Maintain detail records of experimental results. Contribute to the establishment of new procedures and methodologies. Perform data analysis, including interpreting results. Maintain inventories of reagents and other lab consumables. Assist in training of junior staff. Attend seminars and lectures for professional development.

BS in a biological science and at least 4 years of laboratory experience or MS in a relevant field and 3 years of laboratory experience.
Extensive experience in nucleic acid methodologies, especially PCR-based techniques.
Experience with high throughput and automation processes preferred.
Excellent communication, organizational and computer skills.
Monday ¿ Friday
9AM ¿ 5PM

We offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits, including tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at www.mskcc.org and apply on-line under reference no. 015317. EOE/AA
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