Job Information
MD Anderson Cancer Center Research Investigator in Houston, Texas
Research Investigator
Key Functions
Scientific Research
Must be adept at animal experiments for immunological research, manipulation of the mice including tail vein/retro-orbital/intraperitoneal/subcutaneous injections, gavage treatments, tail vein bleeds, euthanasia and necropsy.
Must be technically proficient in molecular biology (isolation and characterization of nucleic acids from cells and tissues, design and preparation of gene expression vectors, design and validation of PCR and qPCR assays). Knowledge on next-generation sequencing and experience with RNA/DNA processing and library is essential.
Must be technically proficient in cell biology (transient and stable modification of cell lines, lentiviral transduction of primary cells and cell lines, maintaining stocks of cell lines and quality control of same).
Must keep meticulous records of cell lines, primary samples, plasmid stocks, and material isolated from primary cells.
Develops methods of optimal clinical specimen preparation with particular emphasis on molecular testing in accord with institutional and regulatory guidelines
Develops new and improves existing methods of laboratory research
Determines specific goals or objectives to be attained, evaluates data and develops and revises techniques or approaches to problems in laboratory research
Be fully responsible/capable to carry out/lead an independent project in the lab which implies the independent design and conduct of in vitro and in vivo experiments as well as contribute to other projects in the lab.
Lab support and supervision
Must carry out general laboratory functions including reagent preparation, routine maintenance of laboratory equipment, minor repairs on small equipment, maintaining inventory and ordering supplies, disposing of laboratory goods according to regulations, maintaining cleanliness and safety in a laboratory setting.
Must be able to work independently and in a team under minimum supervision.
Must be able to train, supervise and support technicians and students participating in research in the laboratory.
Must have excellent analytical, communication, organizational and presentation skills.
Must be able to manage and troubleshoot multiple projects simultaneously.
Must be a resource for all members of the laboratory with regard to the methods of molecular and cell biology.
Bachelor's degree in one of the natural sciences or related field. Five years of experience in scientific or experimental research work. With preferred degree, three years of required experience. 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: 156034
Employment Status: Full-Time
Employee Status: Regular
Work Week: Days
Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 56,000
Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 70,000
Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 84,000
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