Research Assistant

Job Description:

The Research Assistant will have three primary responsibilities: (1) laboratory maintenance and support, (2) maintaining quality and stocks of human and murine cell lines as well as DNA plasmids, and (3) assisting with conducting bench and animal experiments within existing research projects, including mouse experiments. The Research Assistant will be conducting laboratory and mouse experiments within established protocols as needed on several projects in the lab which need to produce high quality results to be included in manuscript submissions and grant applications.

The lab of Dr. Sendurai Mani is dedicated to investigating the biology of Epithelial-Mesenchymal Transition (EMT) and identifying the drivers of the cancer stem cell phenotype. The lab is determined to identify resistance mechanisms and develop strategies to prevent and overcome therapy resistance and metastatic progression using preclinical models and profiling patient tumor samples on the single cell level. By target the EMT-signaling pathways and treating metastasis, the lab’s goal is to cure cancer patients regardless of their stage.

This is a fixed term position with a current end date of 04/30/2027 which may be extended based upon available funding.

Education and Experience

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field

• Required: Prior related undergraduate experience or extensive coursework (grade 7) or 1-2 years of related experience in a biology laboratory (grade 8)

• And/or the equivalent combination of education and experience

• Research experience in molecular biology, cancer biology and mouse experimentation is highly desired.

• Experience in animal experimentation is a plus

Job Competencies

• General background knowledge of cancer biology

• Interest in scientific research

• Ability to be organized and keep accurate records

• Ability to follow detailed instructions

• Proficiency with computers and essential software programs (such as MS office)

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and be able to present complex data in clear presentations

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a diverse group of people, with vastly different skills and training

• Outstanding problem-solving skills, ability to implement solutions

• May be required to work some nights and/or weekends based on lab/research needs.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION CHECK REQUIRED

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-04-20

Job Posting Title:

Research Assistant

Department:

Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Grade:

Grade 7

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Onsite

 

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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