A driving motivation of the Single-cell Analytics Innovation Lab (SAIL) at MSKCC is to develop cutting edge single-cell experimental technologies, including single-cell genomics and multiplexed imaging, to explore questions in tumor heterogeneity, metastasis and the tumor-immune environment. A key focus is the single-cell profiling of patient samples, with the goal of improving immunotherapy and precision medicine. The work in our dynamic multi-disciplinary team involves the use of technologies such as droplet microfluidics, large-scale assay automation, computational biology, imaging, molecular biology and high-throughput sequencing. We are seeking a diligent and dedicated wet-lab researcher who is interested in learning about and developing new technologies for cancer research.
As a Research Technician, you will:
• Develop new protocols for dissociation, preservation and cell-sorting of patient tissue from multiple cancer types including breast, lung, skin, ovarian, brain and blood
• Develop and run single-cell assays, including automated library preparation and robotic handling for RNA-seq
• Participate in projects to collect large-scale single-cell datasets in collaboration with clinical trial teams
• Develop novel biological assays based on droplet microfluidics
• Occasionally test and develop new reagents and protocols of general interest for the laboratory
You have:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with wet-lab experience
• Experience with and in-depth knowledge of advanced molecular biology
• Extensive wet-lab experience is highly preferable
• The ideal candidate is highly organized, dedicated, reliable and responsible
• You should be independent but also enjoy working on an international team in a highly collaborative atmosphere