What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician position at Fox Chase Cancer Center?
The Hanzhi Luo Laboratory at the Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia is hiring research technicians. The candidate is expected to join as soon as possible.
You are:
· An effective communicator, skilled in tailoring messages to different audiences.
· Proficient in planning and prioritizing tasks with attention to detail.
· Intellectually curious, driven, and passionate about tackling new challenges.
You will:
· Prepare and maintain lab equipment, solutions, and supplies.
· Conduct cell cultures, and lab experiments (e.g., western blotting, qPCR).
· Operate lab equipment and handle animals, including genotyping, injections, tissue collections.
· Assist with ongoing research and perform data analysis, recording, and reporting.
· Compile study statistics and manage lab equipment and material purchases.
You need:
· Bachelor’s degree with a STEM major (Biology, Chemistry)
· Relevant laboratory experience
Research technicians receive competitive pay and benefits in Fox Chase Cancer Center.
The Luo laboratory uses state-of-the-art technologies and collaborations with leading scientist and clinicians to address the following areas:
(1) Molecular basis of stem cell fate choices.
(2) Identification and characterization of RNA regulatory mechanisms in normal physiology and diseases.
(3) Molecular basis of cancer-associated RNA modifications.
Dr. Hanzhi Luo received PhD in UC Berkeley studying stem cell aging and metabolic biology. She then performed postdoctoral training in the Michael Kharas lab in MSKCC, New York where she studied RNA binding proteins and their role in normal and malignant hematopoiesis. Her work: i) reveal for the first time that m6A controls HSC fate; ii) discover nuclear speckle protein SON as a critical m6A target and HSC fate regulator; iii) establish how m6A modification controls inflammatory programs that influence cell fate. Her work is published in top journals, including Cell Stem Cell, Cell Reports, Cell Metabolism, etc. She is a recipient of the NYSTEM postdoctoral award, a NIH/NIDDK K99/R00 award, and ASH abstract achievement award.
Learn more about the research at Luo laboratory: www.luolab-fccc.com
To apply, email (1) CV; (2) cover letter that states research interests and goals; (3) the name of at least three references; (4) official college transcripts; to hanzhi.luo@fccc.edu
The Luo laboratory is a member of the Cancer Epigenetics Institute (CEI) at Fox Chase. CEI offers trainees exceptional access to global epigenetics leaders and industry experts. CEI hosts an annual symposium featuring discussions on the latest advances, poster sessions, and travel awards. Trainees also present their research to colleagues within CEI and across FCCC. The institute is committed to enhancing each trainee’s networking opportunities and exposure to cutting-edge science, supporting optimal career development that is suited for you.
About Fox Chase Cancer Center
As one of the four original cancer centers to receive comprehensive designation from the National Cancer Institute, Fox Chase Cancer Center has been at the forefront of cancer research for almost 90 years. We are home to excellent research facilities, top clinicians and scientists, and outstanding patient care. Our singular focus on cancer, which couples discovery science with state of the art clinical care and population health, remains the foundation of our work.
Learn more about Fox Chase.
https://www.foxchase.org/
Learn more about Fox Chase Research Training Programs. https://www.foxchase.org/research-training/education/research
Learn more about Why train at Fox Chase.
https://www.foxchase.org/research-training/education/why-train-fox-chase
Virtual tour for perspective trainee.
https://www.foxchase.org/virtual-tour-prospective-trainees
