MD Anderson Cancer Center · 7 hours ago
Research Assistant II
United States, Texas, Houston, Houston (TX Med Ctr)
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$45K/yr - $68K/yr
1+ years expMD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Research Assistant II will participate in studies understanding intercellular communication mechanisms and support experimental design, execution, analysis, and laboratory operations with a high level of independence.
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Responsibilities
Plan and execute experiments with substantial independence and scientific judgment
Perform flow cytometry, mammalian tissue culture, growth assays, drug response assays, transfections, and viral infections
Conduct nucleic acid extraction, PCR, immunoblotting, immunocytochemistry, and immunohistochemistry
Evaluate, interpret, and document data following established project methods
Read relevant literature and modify procedures based on project needs
Perform lentiviral injections, grafting, surgeries, and tumor cell injections
Genotype mice and maintain experimental records
Monitor animals, administer drug dosing, and record progress of studies
Conduct animal imaging, necropsy, and process tissues for histology
Work with both 'nude' and conventional mice
Assist with development and revision of laboratory techniques
Assemble and operate laboratory apparatus and equipment
Order and organize laboratory supplies
Maintain safety monitoring and hazardous materials records
Report equipment issues to management or faculty
Maintain meticulous documentation of experimental procedures and data
Compile, write, and submit project results to the Principal Investigator
Support preparation of reports and grant submissions
Assist new laboratory members with mouse handling and tissue culture techniques
Collaborate with supervisor and senior research staff as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree Basic Science
One year scientific or experimental research work experience. or No experience required with preferred degree
Preferred
Master's Degree Basic Science or a Medical Degree
Prior hands-on experience with cell culture and molecular biology techniques is required
Background in tissue microenvironment biology, experience with mouse experiments is a plus
Benefits
Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers 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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