Research Technician II

Duke Careers

. Conduct complex technical duties for physical, chemical, biological, and other research laboratory tests and experiments .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeDurham • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $29 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting laboratory tests and experiments, particularly in cancer immunotherapy, while maintaining accurate records and adhering to aseptic techniques. Proficient in processing patient-derived samples and performing functional assays to evaluate immune-cell activity.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In BiologyCancer Immunotherapy ExperienceAseptic Technique ProficiencyFunctional T Cell AssaysLaboratory Test Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Laboratory TestsCell CultureSample ProcessingT Cell MaintenanceTumor Cell CultureImmune-Cell CharacterizationExperimental AnalysisData DocumentationResearch Record KeepingInventory Management

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchPatient-Derived SamplesTumor-Infiltrating LymphocytesAntigen RecognitionNeoantigens

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct complex technical duties for physical, chemical, biological, and other research laboratory tests and experiments
Compile, analyze, document, and draw tentative conclusions from experimental results
Process and prepare patient-derived tumor and blood samples for downstream research applications
Isolate, enrich, characterize, expand, and maintain relevant cellular and immune-cell populations
Culture and maintain patient-derived T cells, tumor cells, and tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes using established protocols and aseptic technique
Perform functional T cell assays evaluating immune-cell activity, antigen recognition, and responses to tumor-associated antigens and candidate neoantigens
Maintain inventory of laboratory materials, supplies, and equipment
Clean and maintain laboratory equipment
Maintain accurate records of patient-derived samples, cell cultures, procedures, and research results

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in botany, biology, zoology, psychology, or another directly related scientific field
Equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may qualify
Ability to work onsite
Experience or interest in cancer immunotherapy and clinical research
Knowledge of laboratory tests, experiments, and determinations
Ability to process patient-derived tumor and blood samples
Ability to culture and maintain T cells, tumor cells, and tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes using aseptic technique
Ability to perform functional T cell assays
Ability to maintain accurate research and patient-derived sample records

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance plans
Generous paid time off
Retirement programs with employer contributions
Tuition assistance for employees and their children
Comprehensive medical and dental care programs
Generous retirement benefits
Family-friendly and cultural programs
Inclusive culture valuing excellence, innovation, and discovery