About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role overview

This is an entry- to mid-level Research Technician II position supporting laboratory research into acute myeloid leukemia (AML) immunology. You will perform routine and specialized lab work — including cell culture, flow cytometry, molecular biology, and basic gene-editing workflows — under direct supervision. The role offers strong mentorship, access to advanced platforms (single-cell genomics, high-parameter flow cytometry), and opportunities to contribute to collaborative projects.

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What you’ll do

• Contribute to one or more independent or collaborative research projects focused on AML and immune interactions.
• Perform routine and specialized experiments: flow cytometry, cell culture, molecular biology/cloning, and CRISPR/gene-editing techniques as needed.
• Maintain accurate lab documentation, notebooks, and experiment logs.
• Prepare reagents, maintain lab stocks, and assist with lab equipment upkeep and calibration.
• Record, organize, and help analyze experimental data; generate charts and figures as directed.
• Help develop, maintain, and update standard operating procedures and laboratory protocols.
• Coordinate schedules for tests and experimental procedures when needed.
• Attend lab meetings, trainings, and seminars to expand technical knowledge and skills.
• Support an inclusive, collaborative lab environment that values scientific rigor and professional development.

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Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma / GED — required
• Associate’s Degree — preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree — preferred

Experience

• Minimum: At least 1 year of related classroom training or successful completion of a technical training program (e.g., Wistar, WPSI) plus research laboratory experience — required.
• Preferred: 2+ years of similar training and hands-on research lab experience.

Skills & Abilities

• Intermediate understanding of lab procedures, protocols, and common laboratory equipment.
• Basic exposure to lab-specific experiments and scientific analysis.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range (full-time): $43,900.00 - $54,800.00 annually.
• Competitive benefits and career development support are available and may vary based on experience and role-specific factors.
• Note: If hired part-time, compensation will be prorated accordingly.

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Location & workplace

• Philadelphia Campus — Colket Translational Research Building (Philadelphia, PA). This role is onsite at the research campus.

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Additional information

• As a condition of employment for roles with patient-facing responsibilities or working in patient-care buildings, annual influenza vaccination may be required.
• Our client is committed to non-discrimination and building a diverse workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities; contact Careertakes for accommodation requests.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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