UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is seeking a Full Time Research Associate – Basic Science to support the Mukherjee Lab!

The Mukherjee lab conducts translational research to identify metabolic vulnerabilities in cancer. We use mass spectrometry-based metabolomics and proteomic approaches, 3D co-culture systems, and mouse models to map the cancer-stromal cell interactions in the tumor microenvironment.

This position will work 9am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. This position requires travel less than 5% of the time. Hours are subject to change based on business needs.

The Research Associate – Basic Science conducts and manages independent research, assists with grant applications and manuscript preparation and trains research personnel.

Responsibilities:

• Develop research projects including protocol design, budget preparation and justification, data collection and analysis and data storage.

• Plan and implement training programs for Research Assistants on research activities and practice including grant application, budget management, data analysis, record keeping and scientific integrity.

• Assist in the preparation and submission of grant applications including budget preparation and justification.

• Supervise research assistants and monitors budgets. Responsible for record keeping, inventory and equipment management.

· Master's degree in a basic science or clinical research area relevant to research activities to be performed with at least one-year experience

· OR bachelor’s degree in a basic science with at least three years' experience working within a biomedical research environment, which would include coordinating and executing a research protocol including manuscript preparation.

· PhD students are also welcome to apply

· Advanced degrees in relevant fields such as applied sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, and biology with prior experience are preferred

· Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment in the design and implementation of research projects. Strong interpersonal skills necessary to work within a group, manage and train research personnel, and to effectively communicate and interface with supervisors

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

· Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.