Job Information
MD Anderson Cancer Center Research Assistant II - Majumder Lab (Genetics) in Houston, Texas
SUMMARY
The Majumder Lab is focused on (1) deciphering the mechanisms that control normal development and how aberrations of such mechanisms produce diseases, and (2) investigating how such knowledge can be translated into improved patient care.
The Research Assistant II will be involved in studying the mechanisms of chronic pain or brain tumors or both in mouse models and determining how these mechanisms can be utilized in therapeutic interventions. Various experimental approaches will include measuring chronic pain, isolating the dorsal root ganglion and spinal cord, mouse brain tumor isolation, and conducting biochemical and molecular analyses such as Western blot, quantitative RT-PCR, immunofluorescence, etc. Excellent experience working with relevant molecular biology and neuroscience techniques in mouse models is desirable.
KEY FUNCTIONS
Assists principal investigator with scientific research projects focused on understanding the function of specific genes and how they relate to etiology of cancer and behavior using mouse models.
Functions, under supervision, in the design and initiation of research experiments. These experiments include, but are not limited to, assessment of tumorigenesis in in vitro and in vivo systems (cell culture and in mice) and behavior in mice, performing breeding and genotyping in mice, tracking tumor phenotypes and behavior patterns following protocols using Western blotting, RT-PCR, histologic analyses including immunohistochemistry, gene expression, and other approaches.
Assists in training and research work activity for assigned laboratory and research personnel.
Supervises general laboratory management including the use of laboratory equipment and implements safety procedures. Assists with basic laboratory techniques and in preparation of media solutions, buffers and reagents.
Submits project results to superiors.
Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION
Required: Bachelor's degree with major course works in one of the basic sciences.
Preferred: Master's degree with major course works in one of the basic sciences.
EXPERIENCE
Required: One year experience in scientific or experimental research work. No experience required with preferred degree.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 170593
Employment Status: Full-Time
Employee Status: Regular
Work Week: Days
Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 44,000
Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 54,500
Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 65,500
FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
Fund Type: Soft
Work Location: Onsite
Pivotal Position: Yes
Referral Bonus Available?: No
Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
Science Jobs: Yes
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