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City of Hope

Research Associate I - Cancer Genomics and Therapeutics

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Duarte, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 8 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/16/2026

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A Research Associate typically has more experience than a Research Assistant. Responsibilities can include the planning and design of research projects, conducting experiments, analyzing data, contributing to research publications or grant proposals, and collaborating with other researchers. Works in a variety of fields within science or the social sciences, in programs based at a university or research institution, or works on government or industry sponsored research projects. Conducts field or library research or recruits participants for a study; may also assist with legal research. These roles are often held by people with advanced degrees in their field of study with several years of experience in research or academia.

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Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at City of Hope where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research. The Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope is seeking a highly motivated Research Associate I to join Dr. Jen Jen Yeh's laboratory. The group is focused on the studies of cancer genomics and novel therapies. As a successful candidate, you will: Analyze genomic and proteomic data and generate expression matrices using preexisting code. Write short Perl/Python scripts to support straightforward data analysis and application tasks. Run established computational pipelines accurately and consistently. Perform molecular biology procedures, including PCR, gel electrophoresis, DNA quantification, and RNA quantification. Follow and execute bench protocols with accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail. Conduct tissue culture experiments that require careful technique and documentation. Handle animal-related research activities in accordance with laboratory protocols and study needs. Demonstrate strong organizational, experimental, problem-solving, and oral/written communication skills.

Your qualifications should include:

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences. 0-2 years of research/laboratory experience.

Preferred qualifications:

Experience with in-vitro tissue culture method assays. Experience with in-vivo tumor efficacy studies. Demonstrated experience and understanding of molecular biology techniques. Ability to present data in a precise and understandable format. Experience working with a mouse colony. Experience with non-invasive imaging modalities. City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location. City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please

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