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Full-time, Paid, Technical Assistant, Oncology

March 26, 2024

Posted
Tues., Jan. 30

Organization
The Weiskopf Laboratory at the Whitehead Institute

Position Description
The Weiskopf Laboratory at the Whitehead Institute is seeking to hire a Technical Assistant, who would begin Spring/Summer 2024. The Weiskopf laboratory studies the interaction between cancer and macrophages, cells of the innate immune system that can engulf and destroy pathogens via phagocytosis. 

Responsibilities Include:

  • Designing and performing bench-level experiments and independent research projects to support the scientific research objectives of the lab
  • Analyzing experimental data, address methodological problems in experimental protocols, and report data to the supervisor
  • Conducting laboratory tasks and organization to ensure the smooth operation of the group
  • Prioritizing and organizing workflow
  • Optimizing methodologies and results

Position Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in biology or in a related degree

Time Commitment
Full-time, commitment of two years

Compensation
TBD

Apply
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Dr. Kipp Weiskopf, MD, PhD at [email protected].