Metabolomics Specialist I

Company overview

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Job details

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Are you passionate about scientific discovery and eager to contribute to groundbreaking research in cancer and biomedical science? We are seeking a Metabolomics Specialist to join our cutting-edge research team. In this role, you'll work collaboratively with both internal and external scientists, contributing to projects that are shaping the future of cancer treatment and personalized medicine.

As a key member of the team, you’ll apply your expertise to conduct laboratory experiments, support scientific studies of moderate complexity, and help drive forward the innovative work happening across our institution. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic, purpose-driven environment where your work truly makes a difference.

Role Overview:

• Conduct experimental tests for Investigators using existing techniques.
  
• Prepare laboratory equipment, instruments, solutions, stains, assays, and other supplies as instructed for research experiments.
  
• You will be involved in animal handling requiring injection of animals, collection/harvesting of tissues, and fluids; animal autopsies to make chemical identification, and conducting analyses.
  
• Provide assistance with other ongoing research for peers and research personnel in the laboratory by completing tasks related to the projects within the deadline specified.
  
• Perform necessary analysis and calculations, record data, and write reports on research findings.
  
• Perform queries of pertinent data/information that are both accurately formatted and presented according to the preference of the lab head; recommend changes and/or additions to established data fields.
  
• Follow the guidelines for expenditures by acquiring prior approval for all
  
• Participate in the implementation of Quality Assurance and Improvement programs.
  
• Be involved in proficiency testing and preparation of reports by following outlined technical procedures.
  
• Adhere to documented procedures for management staff, clinical staff, and researchers by keeping up to date on new and improved procedures.
  
• Responsible for mentoring junior lab members

• Key Qualifications:
  
• Master’s Degree in Biology, or Analytical Chemistry, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry
  
• Previous Experience or research in Metabolomics

Core Skills:

• Strong documentation, data management, and scientific communication skills
  
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment
  
• Commitment to scientific integrity, quality control, and continuous improvement

Additional Information:

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 37.5, onsite
  
• Location: 417 E. 68th Street, NYC
  
• Reporting to: Director, Cell Metabolism Core Facility

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Pay Range: $82,000.00-$131,200.00

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