Research Associate
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Salary$63k
LocationMedical Research Complex (MRC)
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience1+ yrs
DepartmentBreast Surgery
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedNov 3, 2026 · 18h ago
Verified live10h ago
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Master's degree and 18 months of full-time professional research experience in a laboratory, clinical or scientific research environment
Bachelor's degree and 30 months of full-time professional research experience in a laboratory, clinical or scientific research environment
Ph.D. in biomedical science
Experience as a laboratory research scientist
Hands-on expertise working with laboratory animals—including xenografts, PDXs, and PDOs
Proficiency in 3D cell culture, histology techniques, and FACS
Demonstrated experience in writing and editing research papers, grants, and presentations
Capable of independently driving grant-funded research projects
High-level critical thinking skills
Contribute to lab management by placing orders, maintaining and updating laboratory inventories and IACUC/IBC/BDR protocols, tracking consumables, supplies, animal use, and equipment
Skills
molecular biology
3D cell culture
immunohistochemistry
FACS
histology
animal models
xenografts
PDXs
PDOs
Title:
Research Associate
Job Type:
Regular
Company:
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division
Department:
Breast Surgery
Time Type:
Full time
Weekly Hours:
40
FTE:
Requirements
1
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Summary:
The Hait Lab is hiring a full-time Research Associate within the Departments of Surgical Oncology and Molecular and Cellular Biology. This position primarily involves performing research laboratory techniques to generate data supporting funded projects on basic cancer mechanisms and therapeutics using ex vivo and in vivo models; the ideal candidate is motivated, has strong critical-thinking skills, and can independently lead and execute research projects. Performs a variety of routine and specialized laboratory experimental procedures utilizing molecular biology, 3D cell culture, tumor microenvironment, cell-cell interactions, animal models, immunohistochemistry, and patient-derived models for cancer research studies.
Benefits
The starting annual salary for this position is $62,514 and this can include a full comprehensive benefits package.
Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience
1.
Master’s degree and the equivalent of eighteen (18) months of full-time professional research experience in a laboratory, clinical or scientific research environment; or
2.
Bachelor’s degree and the equivalent of thirty (30) months of full-time professional research experience in a laboratory, clinical or scientific research environment.
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.
Nice to have
The preferred candidate should hold a Ph.D. in biomedical science and have experience as a laboratory research scientist, with hands-on expertise working with laboratory animals—including xenografts, PDXs, and PDOs—as well as proficiency in 3D cell culture, histology techniques, and FACS. Demonstrated experience in writing and editing research papers, grants, and presentations is essential. The candidate must be capable of independently driving grant-funded research projects, possess high-level critical thinking skills, and contribute to lab management by placing orders, maintaining and updating laboratory inventories and IACUC/IBC/BDR protocols, tracking consumables, supplies, animal use, and equipment, and ensuring smooth laboratory operations. Additionally, applicants should provide the contact information and/or letters of recommendation from at least two references.
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.
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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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