Research Associate I - T Cell Therapeutics

About the Role

Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope is hiring a Research Associate I for Dr. Elizabeth Budde’s T Cell Therapeutics Research Laboratories in Duarte, California. This position supports highly advanced research focused on immune-based therapies and innovative methods for treating serious diseases, including cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening conditions.

The work is fast-moving and centered on laboratory research that contributes to the development of new therapeutic approaches. The environment is best suited to someone who enjoys hands-on experimental work, careful documentation, and collaboration in a mission-driven research setting.

Key Duties

• Carry out tissue culture work, keep cell lines healthy and uncontaminated, and use sterile technique across multiple cell systems, with emphasis on T cell lines.
• Run T cell performance assays such as cytotoxicity testing, cytokine measurement, and ELISA-based experiments.
• Prepare samples for multicolor flow cytometry, perform staining procedures, and interpret flow cytometry results.
• Support animal-related laboratory work, including murine surgical procedures, tissue collection, and tissue preparation.
• Help update and maintain laboratory protocols and provide day-to-day support for lab operations.
• Work in line with Good Laboratory Practices and maintain accurate experimental records.

Required Background

• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• You should bring strong precision in laboratory work, excellent attention to detail, and dependable record-keeping habits.

Additional Information

Compensation for City of Hope employees is determined by a combination of experience, qualifications, and work location.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

Information about the organization’s comprehensive benefits is available through the employer’s benefits information.