Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center · 2 hours ago
Research Assistant, Taylor Lab
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$68K/yr - $105K/yr
4+ years expMemorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center is dedicated to ending cancer for life through innovative research and compassionate patient care. They are seeking a Research Assistant for the Kathryn Taylor Lab to design and optimize experimental methods, prepare laboratory equipment, and perform data analysis to support cancer research.
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Responsibilities
Design, develop, and optimize new experimental methods, or refine existing protocols, to support investigators’ research objectives
Prepare and maintain laboratory equipment, instruments, reagents, solutions, stains, assays, and supplies required for experiments
Perform electrophysiological recordings, including whole-cell patch clamp, and support experiments that may include cell culture, in vivo stereotaxic surgeries, slice and tissue preparation, calcium and voltage imaging, DRG or ganglia collection and neuron culture
Operate advanced laboratory equipment such as electrophysiology rigs, vibratomes, centrifuges, pH meters, analytical balances, spectrophotometers, and confocal microscopes
Handle animals, including injections and tissue collection/harvesting for electrophysiological recordings and imaging studies
Perform data analysis, calculations, and interpretation; accurately record experimental data and prepare written reports of research findings
Monitor and manage purchasing of laboratory equipment, supplies, and animals
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of experience in electrophysiology (preferably whole cell patch clamp recordings) and animal handling, or Master's degree with 2 years of experience
Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced research environment, managing multiple projects while maintaining precision
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot experimental challenges
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to interact across all levels in a confident, concise, professional manner
Enthusiasm and dedication to MSK's vision, mission, and values
Preferred
Experience in any of the following techniques: stereotactic surgeries, calcium imaging, patient-derived cultures or neuronal cultures
Company
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$102.31MKey Investors
Hyundai Hope On WheelsMassMutual FoundationNational Cancer Institute
2024-08-28Grant· $0.1M
2023-07-12Grant· $0.01M
2022-09-27Grant· $0.2M
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