Temporary Employee - Co-op Worker

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Posted Job Title

Temporary Employee - Co-op Worker

Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee - Co-op Worker

Job Description Summary

A 6-month temporary co-op position focused on advancing research in ovarian cancer biology. This role involves working with both in vitro and some in vivo models, primarily concentrating on cell line studies with potential investigations into HLA-E and endometriosis.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct experiments using immortalized cell lines, including cell culture and molecular biology techniques (IF, western blotting).
• Assist with some in vivo studies as needed.
• Perform standard biochemical protocols.
• Contribute to research projects under the guidance of postdoctoral researchers.
• Participate actively in weekly project and lab meetings to discuss findings and progress.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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