Research Associate

Title:

Research Associate

Job Type:

Regular

Company:

Health Research, Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division

Department:

Breast Surgery

Time Type:

Full time

Weekly Hours:

40

FTE:

1

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Summary:

Performs a variety of routine and specialized laboratory tests and experimental procedures for the purposes of original research which generally are within a well-defined body of scientific knowledge and typically contribute to larger research efforts of independent investigators.

Salary range for this position is $59,537 - $75,091 which includes a comprehensive benefits package. The listed pay range reflects the range of potential compensation for this role. The actual offer may vary based on qualifications, skills, and experience.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

• Master’s degree and the equivalent of eighteen (18) months of full-time professional research experience in a laboratory, clinical or scientific research environment; or
• Bachelor’s degree and the equivalent of thirty (30) months of full-time professional research experience in a laboratory, clinical or scientific research environment.

Note:

Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.

Hiring Manager: Nitai Hait, PhD

Title: Research Associate

Salary Grade: 16

Bargaining Unit: CSEA Local 315

Posting Start Date: ASAP

Union Posting End Date: one week

Company: Health Research, Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division

Department: Surgical Oncology

Time Type: Full-time

Weekly Hours: 40

FTE:1

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Location: Medical Research Complex (MRC)

Summary:

The Hait Lab is hiring a full-time Research Associate within the Departments of Surgical Oncology and Molecular and Cellular Biology. The primary purpose of this position is to perform techniques to generate data supporting funded projects. Performs a variety of routine and specialized laboratory tests and experimental procedures utilizing molecular biology, 3D cell culture, animal models, and patient-derived models for cancer research studies.

The salary range is $57,247 - $68,788 annually, which includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

• Master’s degree and the equivalent of eighteen (18) months of full-time professional research experience in a laboratory, clinical, or scientific research environment; or
• Bachelor’s degree and the equivalent of thirty (30) months of full-time professional research experience in a laboratory, clinical, or scientific research environment.

Note:

Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited school, college, or university, or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate should have a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in biomedical science and work experience as a laboratory research scientist. The preferred candidate should have hands-on experience with laboratory animals, including xenografts, PDXs, and PDOs; 3D cell culture; histology techniques; and FACS, as well as writing/editing research papers, grants, and presentations. This individual will be responsible for conducting grant-funded research projects and must have high-level critical thinking skills and be able to independently drive a project. In addition, the preferred candidate is also expected, among other responsibilities, to help place orders, maintain/update/develop relevant laboratory inventories and IACUC/IBC/BDR protocols, track laboratory consumables/supplies/animal use/equipment, and ensure smooth lab operations. Please provide the contact information and/or letters of recommendation of at least 2 references.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees, and the community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills, and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion, and Respect.

Grant Funding

This is a grant-funded position. Compliance with funding requirements, including time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

Grant Funding

This is a grant-funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables is required.

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Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division participates in the E-Verify program.