MD Anderson Cancer Center · 20 hours ago
Laboratory Technician - Leukemia
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$38K/yr - $57K/yr
1+ years expMD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution in cancer research and treatment. The Laboratory Technician will support research and testing activities by performing laboratory procedures, maintaining equipment, and ensuring quality in technical processes.
Health CareHealth DiagnosticsHospitalMedical
Responsibilities
Prepares records, labels samples for filing, and acts as curator of the files including retrieval system
Enters data on computer files such as spreadsheets
Conduct Laboratory Testing and Analyses
Perform laboratory procedures such as sample preparation, DNA/RNA extraction, PCR reactions, and other analytical tests with accuracy and minimal supervision
Record and interpret results to support ongoing research or diagnostic activities
Maintain Laboratory Operations and Equipment
Prepare and maintain laboratory spaces, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and compliance with aseptic and safety standards
Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment according to established protocols
Manage Data and Documentation
Accurately record, label, and store samples and data
Enter and organize information in electronic databases or spreadsheets for reporting and analysis
Support Quality Control and Compliance
Follow established quality control procedures to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results
Assist in implementing and maintaining safety and regulatory standards within the laboratory
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
One year in a clinical medical laboratory or similar setting
No experience necessary with preferred degree
Preferred
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree in a science-related field
Benefits
Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program
Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups
Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition
Company
MD Anderson Cancer Center
MD Anderson Cancer Center is a cancer treatment and research institution which gives treatment, and research of all types of cancer.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$16.2MKey Investors
Break Through CancerGastro-Intestinal Research Foundation
2023-05-16Grant· $2.7M
2023-01-24Grant· $3.5M
2022-04-19Grant· $10M
Leadership Team
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David Tweardy
Professor
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