Life Science Research Professional

Overview

The Clinical and Translational Research Unit (CTRU) laboratory at Stanford University is the institute’s largest, research-focused ambulatory care and laboratory services group offering both adult and pediatric bedside, phlebotomy, dietary and laboratory services across the research community. The CTRU laboratory designs and collaborates on studies, both locally and globally, supporting research across a broad range of platforms including proteomics, immunology, genomics, cancer and much more.

The CTRU is a primary backbone for accelerating the translation of bedside diagnostics and treatments and advancing research technologies into clinical applications. Learn more at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

We are seeking two 2-Year Fixed Term Life Science Research Professional 1’s to be the main support for the MOSAAIC study. MOSAAIC will investigate disease patterns and factors associated with disease risk in Asian American groups to develop precision medicine-based treatment and prevention strategies for these populations. This role will perform basic functions and activities involved in defined research projects, principally involve purification and characterization of human biospecimen derivatives, from both biofluids and tissue/tumors, to better understand protein expression and other parameters in human samples from clinical research studies.

While some limited degree of on the job training is acceptable for desired areas, this will be determined on a case by case basis and depend on the additional skill sets the candidate possesses. The LSRP1 is expected to independently conduct, analyze, and present experiments under the support and guidance of faculty investigators and other leadership in the center. Work will be conducted under supervision of the CTRU Lab Supervisor.

The position is located in the lab that mainly works with biospecimen processing to support research that is pre-disease state and determine the changes if disease state occurs. The fundamental understanding and interpretation of this phenotyping can provide insight on an individual’s chance of responding to various therapeutics.

This full-time, benefits eligible position will be primarily based at our Palo Alto, Arastradero Road or 800 Welch Road site, but may work across all CTRU sites and may require periodic late weekday and/or weekend work. The appointee must agree to flexibility with working hours based on research and operational requirements. A heavy emphasis on attention to detail and ability to multitask efficiently and accurately will be required.

• Plan approach to experiments in support of research projects in lab and/or field based on knowledge of scientific theory.
• Independently conduct experiments; maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
• Apply the theories and methods of a life science discipline to interpret and perform analyses of experiment results; offer suggestions regarding modifications to procedures and protocols in collaboration with senior researcher.
• Review literature on an ongoing basis to remain current with new procedures and apply learnings to related research.
• Contribute to publication of findings as needed. Participate in the preparation of written documents, including procedures, presentations, and proposals.
• Help with general lab maintenance as needed; maintain lab stock, manage chemical inventory and safety records, and provide general lab support as needed.
• Assist with orientation and training of new staff or students on lab procedures or techniques.
• Other duties may also be assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in related scientific field.

• General understanding of scientific principles. Demonstrated performance to use knowledge and skills when needed.
• Demonstrated ability to apply theoretical knowledge of science principals to problem solve work.
• Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.
• Exce…