Staff Scientist

Job description

Summary The Echeverria laboratory studies molecular evolution of triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) therapy resistance and metastasis. The focus of the lab is to delineate the metabolic and molecular evolution of TNBC using state-of-the art patient-derived xenograft mouse models and in vitro mouse- and patient-derived organoids. The lab utilizes functional genomics approaches, single-cell technologies, multiplexed tissue imaging, and metabolomics with the ultimate goal of combating tumor evolution to improve the lives of women living with TNBC. Job Duties: - Independently carry out research projects in or related to the above mentioned field - Prepare and conduct laboratory research experiments - Collect, compile and analyze data - May participate in the development of grant budgets; oversee expenditures of grant monies; perform accounting functions; produce expenditure reports - Select, evaluate and apply techniques used in routine research - Oversight of Lab Maintenance: Consult with faculty to determine equipment purchase priorities based on budget, condition of existing equipment, and scheduled laboratory activities - Facilitate program project applications with Breast Center...