RESEARCH ASSOCIATE II _ TIL Team
Moffitt Cancer Center
- Tampa, FL
- Permanent
- Full-time
Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Join our committed team and help shape the future we envision.SummaryPosition Highlights:
- A Research Associate II position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Shari Pilon-Thomas in the Immunology Department at Moffitt Cancer Center.
- We are seeking a highly motivated, organized, and team-oriented individual interested in translational immunotherapy. The lab focuses on understanding the function of T-cells within the tumor microenvironment of solid tumors. Strategies to leverage anti-tumor T-cell function are of particular interest for translational potential as we seek to optimize adoptive cell therapy for patients with advanced disease.
- Demonstrates proficiency in basic immunology techniques, including flow cytometry, T cell culture, and ELISA, ELLA, and/or ELISPOT.
- Is experienced in culturing mammalian cell lines and primary mammalian cells.
- Has experience processing human samples (i.e. blood and tumor tissue).
- Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments and manage time efficiently.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
- The employee will assist the PI and other lab members by performing research and experimentation following established protocols.
- The employee will also be required to maintain detailed records, follow established protocols, and perform basic data analysis for presentation.
- Takes inventory and helps with ordering stock laboratory supplies under appropriate supervision.
- Bachelorâs degree in a related field is required
- Hands-on research experience.