Research Assistant 2 Job at Georgetown University, Washington DC

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  • Georgetown University
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Research Assistant 2

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

We are hiring for a Research Assistant 2, Department of Oncology/Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center/Georgetown University Medical Center – Georgetown University. The person should be familiar with day-to-day assistance required in the laboratory such as ordering reagents, keeping inventories, autoclaving, knowledge of lab safety standards and their routine and timely inspection etc. In addition, the person should be able to carry out the laboratory techniques such as Western blotting, PCR, RT-PCR; should be conversant with tissue culture techniques. Being an immunology/immunotherapy lab, majority of work in the lab requires handling mice, including tumor implantation, injections, as well as collecting tissues and their processing. Therefore, experience in working with mice is desired or the person should be willing to get trained and work with mice.

The hired person would work in collaboration with the lab members and would report to Dr. Khleif and Dr. Gupta.

Requirements and Qualifications

  • Should have basic knowledge of cancer biology and various techniques used in this field of research
  • High School Diploma education or equivalent; 0-2 years of experience

Preferred Qualification

  • A M.S. in Cell Biology/Immunology/Cancer Biology or B.S. (Biological Sciences) with relevant experience (1-2 years)

This position has been designated as On-Campus.

Pay Range: $18.40 - $27.09

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors.

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

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