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Company Overview

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Job Description

Exciting Opportunity at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center: Join Our Research Team as a Research Technician!

At MSK, we are proud to be at the forefront of biomedical science and research for over 70 years. We are currently looking for a motivated and dynamic Research Technician to support our cutting-edge research teams and help drive breakthroughs in cancer research and treatment.

You'll be part of an organization dedicated to improving the lives of cancer patients through innovative research and groundbreaking discoveries. You will have the opportunity to learn from world-renowned scientists, contribute to life-changing projects, and be part of a community that values collaboration, innovation, and impact.

If you're passionate about science, eager to contribute to transformative research, and excited to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment, we encourage you to apply today!

Role Overview:

As a Research Technician, you will be an essential part of our research team, working hands-on with a variety of laboratory techniques and equipment. Your contributions will help accelerate discoveries that improve patient outcomes. Responsibilities include:

• Laboratory Support: Prepare and maintain lab equipment, instruments, solutions, stains, assays, and other essential supplies.
• Techniques & Assays: Perform specialized techniques, such as cell culture, cell separation, electrophoresis, TIA, ELISA etc.
• Animal Handling: Conduct animal studies, including injections, tissue/fluids collection, and animal autopsies to facilitate chemical identification and analyses.
• Data Management: Record and analyze research data, prepare reports, and provide insights to the research team.
• Collaboration: Assist peers and researchers with ongoing projects, fostering a team-oriented, supportive environment.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Proven basic laboratory skills and the ability to handle diverse tasks in a research setting.

Core Skills:

• Outstanding communication and self-awareness.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving to optimize efficiency.
• Adaptability and resilience to lead change and innovation.
• Collaboration and building trusting relationships.

Additional Information:

• Location: NYC; Zuckerman, Rockefeller Research Laboratories, Schwartz
• Schedule: 37.5 hours per week (onsite)

Pay Range: $25.65 - $38.42

Helpful Links:

• MSK Compensation Philosophy
• Review our great benefits offerings

Learn more about Sloan Kettering Institute: The Sloan Kettering Institute (SKI) is the basic and translational research arm of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Discoveries made in SKI labs are an important driver of clinical progress at MSK and beyond. SKI's research enterprise is organized into nine programs that encompass the diversity of modern biomedical sciences (Cancer Biology and Genetics, Cell Biology, Chemical Biology, Computational and Systems Biology, Developmental Biology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Molecular Pharmacology, Structural Biology).

Scientists working in SKI labs have access to extensive technological support through the institute's many Core Facilities. The cores perform vital services for our scientists and permit even small labs to do big science.

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