Job Information
MD Anderson Cancer Center Sr. Research Assistant - Genetics in Houston, Texas
SUMMARY
Genetics (https://www.mdanderson.org/research/departments-labs-institutes/departments-divisions/genetics.html) is a basic science department located in the George and Cynthia Mitchell Basic Sciences Research Building at the world-renowned University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in the heart of the Texas Medical Center (https://www.tmc.edu/) . The focus is on advancing knowledge of the molecular genetic mechanisms that regulate normal and abnormal cellular processes.
The Sr. Research Assistant provides supervision, special training to technical personnel and/or highly technical work in medical and related research projects. This position impacts laboratory research techniques, production and procedures.
The ideal candidate will have experience with mouse work, tissue culture techniques, and flow cytometry.
KEY FUNCTIONS
Assists with basic laboratory techniques and in preparation of media solutions, buffers and reagents.
Generate ongoing protocols for the work being done, and maintain and update the protocols
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.
Maintain active lab notes with duties and assignments performed
Inventory the chemical room, -20C and -80C freezers as well as the 4C fridge to maintain current records of reagents
Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
Required: Bachelor's degree in one of the natural sciences or related field.
Preferred: Master's degree in one of the natural sciences or related field.
EXPERIENCE
Required: Three years of experience in scientific or experimental research work. With preferred degree, one year 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: 170327
Employment Status: Full-Time
Employee Status: Regular
Work Week: Days
Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 50,000
Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 62,500
Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 75,000
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
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