MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees, and the public.

SUMMARY

The primary purpose of the Research Assistant I position is to demonstrate technical skills in performing biological assays in cell cultures while following standard operating procedures for the laboratory.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

• Research Duties

• Carries out mammalian/insect/bacterial cell culture.

• Prepares reagents and restocks consumables.

• Performs molecular biology and biochemical experiments such as cloning, Western blots, protein purification, biochemical assays, etc.

• Participates and helps other laboratory members to promote ongoing projects in the laboratory.

• Compiles and analyzes data.

• Presents organized data to manager for discussion.

• Uses Word, Excel, PowerPoint, graphic, and statistical programs to create charts, posters, and reports as needed to reflect research results.

• Adheres to protocols for each project.

• Communicates with vendors to discuss products and purchase-related issues.

• Helps organize laboratory meetings and seminars.

• Assists others in the implementation of new techniques as needed.

• Equipment & Safety

• Maintains laboratory equipment in clean, working order.

• Keeps up-to-date contact information for service technicians for equipment maintenance.

• Organizes storage of laboratory equipment/consumables to best optimize space efficiency and overall laboratory safety.

• Collaboration & Record Keeping

• Works in a collaborative and supportive manner with others.

• Focuses on tasks and exhibits meticulous work habits.

• Records and evaluates data in accordance with routine data management in the laboratory.

• Keeps data well organized and easily accessible.

• Other Duties as Assigned

• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's degree with major course works in one of the basic sciences.

Preferred Experience: Some experience in scientific or experimental research work with liquid handling robotics and mammalian cell culture.

Onsite Presence: Is Required

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.

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Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 173214

• Employment Status: Full-Time

• Employee Status: Regular

• Work Week: Days

• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 38,500

• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 48,000

• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 57,500

• FLSA: non-exempt and 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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