Scientific Technician (Dr. Weiran Feng) - Fox Chase
Philadelphia, PA
About the Job
Description
A Scientific Technician I position is available in 2025 for a highly-motivated, enthusiastic individual in the NIH-funded group of Dr. Weiran Feng in the Cancer Epigenetics Institute, Fox Chase Cancer Center. Opening in Jan 2025, the Feng group will be studying the mechanisms of prostate cancer development and therapy resistance. We leverage state-of-the-art animal and organoid models, genetic engineering, functional genetics and genomic approaches to investigate the molecular mechanisms driving prostate cancer initiation, progression, and therapy resistance.
The role as Scientific Technician I:
The Scientific Technician I is an entry level technical post that contributes to the scientific research in a laboratory by performing experiments, recording results and analyzing the resultant data. The technician may also provide support to the lab by coordinating tasks, providing organizational support, training new personnel, ordering reagents and maintaining general laboratory records.
Research involves mammalian tissue culture and mouse models of cancer. Candidates should be comfortable with handling and carrying out experiments involving mice.
You will receive rigorous training in scientific thinking and exposure to cutting-edge technologies, preparing you with a competitive skillset for your next career phase. This experience will equip you for advanced education and research roles in graduate programs, medical schools, or industrial research settings.
Candidates interested in the position should send curriculum vitae, a brief description of research experience, and names of three references.
Education
Bachelors Degree : Physical or Biological Sciences (Required)
Experience
General experience and familiarity with common lab tools and equipment (Preferred)
General experience with general lab techniques (Preferred)
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Your Tomorrow is Here!
Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals. Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc., and Temple Transport Team. Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.
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