Job Information
MD Anderson Cancer Center Senior Research Assistant in Houston, Texas
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education, and prevention. It was named the nation's No. 1 hospital for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report's 2021-2022 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.
KEY FUNCTIONS
Performs experimental procedures of molecular and cellular biology involving tissue culture, RNA, DNA and protein processing, PCR, western blot, flow cytometry and immunohistochemistry, etc. Responsible in communicating experimental results.
Responsible for mouse work when is necessary.
a. Culture and prepare cells for tumor cell injections for orthotopic and xenograft mouse models.
b. Monitor mouse tumor growth.
c. Performs immunohistochemistry on frozen and paraffin tissue sections.
d. In charge of login in-vivo data into frozen and paraffin tissue database.
e. Orders mice from vet med via eSirius software
f. Handles correspondence between husbandry and vet staff regarding mice health concerns.
Performs and coordinates scientific experiments in a collaborative effort with other technicians, postdoctoral fellows, and staff members. Monitors workflow as it pertains to the need for supplies including ordering of all supplies, equipment maintenance and stock solutions.
Daily equipment monitoring, verifying correct temperatures and maintenance of all freezers including liquid nitrogen tanks., refrigerators, incubators, etc. Performs preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment. Maintains all safety precautions and maintain lab safety records and assure that safety procedures are implemented by all lab personnel. Responsible for assigning Lab duties and general lab maintenance. Assumes responsibility for training lab personnel in routine safety practices.
Assemble samples, reagents, dry or wet ice, data, and packaging materials; draft a cover letter, accurately and legibly fill out shipping labels. Keep accurate legible logs of outgoing and incoming packages. Ship all Hazardous and Infectious Materials in accordance with USA and Institutional policy.
Assists in Lab protocol management; MTAs, IBCs and Acufs
Computer skills: PowerPoint, Excel, Word
Other duties as assigned by PI and/or department laboratory manager.
Education Required: Bachelor's degree in one of the natural sciences or related field.
Education Preferred: Master's degree
Experience Required: Three years of experience in scientific or experimental research work. With preferred degree, one year of required experience
Experience Preferred: Tissue culture, animal work, immunohistochemistry
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: 166750
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: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
Pivotal Position: No
Referral Bonus Available?: No
Relocation Assistance Available?: No
Science Jobs: No
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