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Under the direction of Dr. Lucia Borriello, Principal Investigator (PI), the Assistant Scientist will provide technical support by performing scientific experiments. The successful candidate will also maintain records of data and may be involved in training graduate and medical students in research methods and procedures.

Responsibilities include: perform molecular and cellular biology experiments to understand how tumor cells, that have escaped from the primary tumor, survive in distant organs in a latent state for years (dormancy) and how they induce metastatic relapse. We use a multi-disciplinary approach to study the biology of metastasis, integrating cell signaling, biochemistry, molecular biology, multiplex tissue imaging, several mouse models, and intravital imaging of tumor cells in live animals. Techniques include, but are not limited to, cell culture, cell transfection, DNA/RNA/protein isolation, PCR, western blot, immunofluorescence, ELISA, in vivo animal models. Assist the PI with setting up the lab and overseeing ordering laboratory material. Assist the PI in maintaining laboratory data and equipment. Present results from their research at lab meetings, department meetings, and national and international conferences.

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Education & Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology, a related discipline and two years of related experience. or equivalent education and experience. Prior lab experience in Molecular and Cellular Biology is desirable.

Required Skills and Abilities:
*Highly motivated, enthusiastic, well organized, and willing to work collaboratively as part of a research team.
*Excellent communication skills.
*Experience in cell biology (cell culture, DNA and siRNA transfection), and molecular biology and biochemistry (i.e., cloning, DNA and RNA isolation, cell lysis, and immunoblot) is desirable.

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