About City of Hope

City of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment organization for cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening diseases.

Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope’s translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution. AccessHope™, a subsidiary launched in 2019 serves employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope’s specialized cancer expertise.

A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation’s “Best Hospitals” in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California and in Arizona.

City of Hope’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We believe diversity, equity and inclusion is key in serving our mission to provide compassionate patient care, drive innovative discovery, and advance vital education focused on eliminating cancer and diabetes in all our communities. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures we bring the full range of skills, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences to our work -- and that our teams align with the people we serve to build trust and understanding. We are dedicated to fostering a community that embraces diversity - in ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives; this is reflected in our work and represented in our people.

Position Summary

Under general supervision of the Tissue Donation Program Manager, the Tissue Donation Research Associate II (RAII) directs the work of a laboratory or undertakes research projects in collaboration with the supervisor, making innovative contributions pertaining to laboratory procedures, which may not change the course of an investigation, but do indicate significant independent contribution beyond the RA I level. In this role, the RAII will play a key role in assisting during autopsy-style rapid tissue procurements by tracking and documenting specimen collection and performing basic sample processing. The RAII consults with the supervisor on the scope and plan of approach to a research project; is responsible for specimen and database maintenance; oversees supply and reagent inventory; reads abstracts and articles; organize and plan techniques; contribute original ideas to the laboratory research; standardize new techniques and train staff on these techniques; perform specialized procedures and prepare written reports of laboratory experimental methods.

The nature of this position frequently occurs outside standard business hours, including overnights, holidays, and on weekends, and occasionally long work days.

Responsibilities Include:

· Assists with rapid tissue procurement evisceration, sample tracking, first line processing, and documentation., and follows all SOP’s associated with the Autopsy suite, under strict CLIA and CAP regulations.

· Performs a variety of routine and non-routine laboratory research experiments. Records and validates results for accuracy and completeness.

· Troubleshoots procedures if experiment results are unexpected or unsatisfactory. Recommends alternative procedures.

· Responsible for accurately recording work performed including results and methodology. Calculates, compiles and analyzes data obtained from work performed.

· Independently evaluates research data and initiates alternative approaches to improve the quality of results by providing input to overall research design. Trains lab staff in specialized procedures, equipment and theoretical concepts behind unique tests.

· May contribute to the preparation of manuscripts by describing methods and specialized techniques. Keeps abreast of new and improved techniques.

· Ensures that all laboratory activities are carried out in compliance with each procedure(s) by utilizing safety procedures and guidelines in handling, storage and disposal of bio-hazardous, infectious and toxic material.

· Works with collaborating research labs and departments, as needed, to coordinate specimen change of custody.

· Maintains specimen inventory and ordering antemortem clinical samples.

Basic education, experience and skills required for consideration:

· Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or other related field with 2 years of experience or Master’s with 1 year of experience is required

Additional Information:

As a condition of employment, City of Hope requires staff to comply with all state and federal vaccination mandates.

· For more information on Dr. Stephen Gruber’s lab on please visit here