Under the direction of a Project leader or Principal Investigator, perform research consisting of a variety of complex analytical and technical laboratory experimentation and/or direct a small group of research technicians in the performance of research activity. Requires the application of complex methods and procedures where independent judgment is normally required. Research is related to the analysis of signal transduction pathways in human melanoma.

• Perform research in the laboratory of a principal investigator
• Perform literature search and publish the results of their research
• Perform a variety of complex, analytical and technical laboratory experiments, analysis and other duties as required in the study, diagnosis and treatment of disease and/or pure research work following established methods and procedures where independent judgment is required.
• Present findings of ongoing research at lab meetings, research progress seminars, professional meetings and conferences.
• Apply to various sponsoring agencies for fellowships that are related to the focus of the research project

Basic laboratory skills and graduate knowledge to effectively perform assigned and independent research is required. Expertise in molecular biology, protein biochemistry and tissue culture is required.

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Jefferson Health, with 14 hospitals (seven are Magnet designated by the ANCC for nursing excellence) and 40+ outpatient and urgent care locations, offers a broad range of primary and complex, highly specialized care that touches the lives of more than four million patients annually. U.S. News amp; World Report has ranked Thomas Jefferson University Hospital among the nationrsquo;s best in eight specialties. Jefferson Health also includes the NCI designated Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center; it is one of only 70 such centers in the nation.

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