Research Technologist

Title:

Research Technologist

Job Type:

Regular

Company:

Health Research, Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division

Department:

Urology

Time Type:

Full time

Weekly Hours:

40

FTE:

1

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Summary:

About the Role:
Are you excited by the opportunity to contribute to innovative cancer research and work alongside leading scientists who are advancing the future of patient care?

Health Research, Inc. (HRI) at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a Research Technologist to support groundbreaking research in the Department of Urology. Working with Dr. Eric Kauffman and Dr. Blake Wilde, you'll contribute to studies focused on kidney cancer biology, tumor metabolism, and identifying new treatment opportunities for patients.

In this role, you'll work across two collaborative laboratories, helping researchers generate the data and discoveries that move promising scientific ideas closer to clinical impact. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on laboratory work, thrives in a team environment, and wants to make a meaningful contribution to cancer research.

The starting annual salary for this position is $52,979 and this can include a full comprehensive benefits package.

What You'll Do:
As a Research Technologist, you will:
Support preclinical, translational, and clinical research projects focused on kidney cancer
Perform laboratory experiments and research procedures using established protocols
Assist with data collection, organization, and documentation
Collaborate with investigators, scientists, students, and laboratory staff across multiple projects
Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and research records
Ensure accurate experimental and regulatory documentation
Contribute to research studies that may support scientific publications, presentations, and grant applications
Help maintain a productive, organized, and safe laboratory environment

What You'll Bring:
We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented research professional who enjoys problem-solving, learning new techniques, and collaborating with others.

Preferred qualifications include experience in two or more of the following areas:
Cell culture
Molecular cloning
Western blotting
CRISPR/Cas9 technologies
Metabolomics or LC-MS sample preparation
Recombinant protein production and purification
Enzymatic assays
RT-qPCR
Mouse breeding, handling, and animal procedures
Microscopy
Immunofluorescence or immunohistochemistry
Flow cytometry
Bioinformatics

You'll be especially successful in this role if you have:
Experience working in a collaborative research environment
The ability to coordinate work across multiple investigators or research teams
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Experience maintaining accurate laboratory and regulatory records
Experience contributing data for scientific abstracts, publications, or grant applications
A desire to continuously learn and grow within a research-focused environment
Peer-reviewed publications (preferred but not required)

Why You'll Love Working Here:
At Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, every member of the team plays a role in advancing discoveries that improve the lives of people affected by cancer. Roswell Park is driven by a mission to eliminate cancer's grip on humanity through innovative research, personalized approaches, and compassionate care.

When you join Roswell Park, you'll enjoy:
Meaningful work – Contribute to research that helps advance cancer treatments and improve patient outcomes.
Collaborative culture – Work alongside dedicated scientists, clinicians, and research professionals who share a commitment to discovery and innovation.
Professional growth opportunities – Expand your technical skills and build your research career within a nationally recognized cancer center.
Purpose-driven mission – Be part of an organization where every role contributes to advancing research and easing the burden of cancer.
A supportive environment – Join a team guided by the values of innovation, integrity, teamwork, commitment, compassion, and respect.
National reputation for excellence – Work at one of the country's leading cancer centers, known for groundbreaking research and world-class patient care.

If you're passionate about scientific discovery and want to help advance research that has the potential to change lives, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience
1. Master’s degree in a clinical or scientific discipline; or
2. Bachelor’s degree in a clinical or scientific discipline and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience in a laboratory setting.

NOTE:
Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.

•    Experience working in a collaborative research environment and coordinating projects across multiple investigators or teams. 
•    Demonstrated experience in two or more of the following techniques: cell culture, molecular cloning, western blotting, CRISPR/Cas9 approaches, metabolomics or LC-MS sample preparation, recombinant protein production and purification, enzymatic assays, RT-qPCR, mouse breeding, mouse handling and animal procedures, microscopy, immunofluorescence/immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, or bioinformatics. 
•    Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain accurate experimental and regulatory records. 
•    Experience contributing data for scientific abstracts, publications, or grant applications. 
•    Published peer-reviewed research is desirable but not required
 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [email protected]  and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

Grant Funding

This is a grant-funded position.  Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables is required.

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