Location: RCSI Education and Research Centre, Beaumont Hospital
Contract/Duration: Specified Purpose contract for up to 16 months
Remuneration: Up to €34,203 (Point 3 on the Irish Universities Association Research Assistant salary scale), subject to skills and experience
Closing Date: Friday 10th January 2025
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Summary of Post RCSI currently has a position available for a Research Assistant to work on a project funded by the Irish Cancer Society.
The post will be carried out at the new research labs in the RCSI Education and Research Centre at Beaumont Hospital.
The project will focus on breast cancer and understanding the molecular biology of cancer recurrence.
Specifically, the project aim is to visualise cancer cells as they reawaken from dormancy.
Using cell line models of Tamoxifen-induced dormancy, the Research Assistant will study the expression of proteins that can be used to distinguish dormant from reawakened cells.
Patient blood samples will also be used to test the potential of translating a protein biomarker to clinical applications.
The Research Assistant will be responsible for conducting a number of lab-based assays to investigate protein expression.
The ideal candidate will have a background in biology, biochemistry or a related field with experience in molecular biology techniques and a passion for advancing cancer treatments.
Specifically, the duties of the post are: To conduct the day to day management and delivery of the scientific work associated with the research grantPerform relevant molecular biology techniques such as PCR, western blot, ELISA and tissue culture.
Support/training will be provided for these techniques where necessary.Collect and record experimental dataData processing, analysis and report writingRegular presentation of results at weekly lab meetings and at other meetings as necessarySupport the preparation of scientific reports, grant review reports and manuscripts as requiredAttend project meetings and seminars as necessaryLiaise with the Principal Investigator, colleagues, patients and stakeholders on matters relating to this and future projectsOther such duties as may be assigned from time to timeQualifications – (Essential):A degree or MSc in a relevant biomedical scienceKnowledge & Experience – (Essential):Specific skills that would enhance suitability include:Competency working in a biomedical research laboratoryExcellent attention to detail and record keeping skillsExcellent written and oral communication skillsExcellent organisational skillsAbility to work successfully and engage positively with colleagues, collaborators and project stakeholdersConscientious and motivatedExperience in tissue or cell culture would be desirable but is not essential
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