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A team of translational researchers led by Rameen Beroukhim at DFCI and Jesse Boehm at MIT seeks a research assistant to apply high-throughput genetic and functional genomic technologies to determine optimal treatment strategies for patients with cancers of the brain and other organs. Possible projects include: 1) Analyzing tumors from patients undergoing clinical trials to detect mechanisms of response and resistance to novel cancer therapeutic strategies; 2) Large-scale functional genomic screens to detect new therapeutic targets in brain and other cancers; 3) Evaluating new treatment combinations and dosing schedules to maximize tumor response; 4) Genomic profiling of human tumors and laboratory models across genetic, epigenetic, transcriptomic, and proteomic dimensions to develop a comprehensive view of tumor evolution; 5) Working with both cell lines ex vivo and tumors in mice to understand both intrinsic tumor responses and interactions with the tumor environment.

We are looking for a person who will think independently and take ownership of their research projects. We welcome all levels of input from our research technicians, including input on the conduct of experiments but also on new experiments to conduct and new questions to ask. Research technicians in our laboratory regularly present their own work and contribute to the writing of papers and grant applications.

We view a research technician as a mentored training position, with a primary goal being the professional development of our technicians. Prior technicians have successfully pursued a variety of subsequent career directions including obtaining MDs, PhDs, MD-PhDs, and direct entry into industry.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

A Bachelors Degree or equivalent is required, preferably in the sciences related to biology, chemistry, physics, or computational methods. Prior research experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, genomics, or computational biology is preferred. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented in organizational skills, comfortable in a team environment, enthusiastic about scientific discovery, and highly self-motivated. A minimum two-year commitment is required.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong.?? As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff.?? Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.