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    Research Assistant II - Houston, United States - MD Anderson Cancer Center

    MD Anderson Cancer Center
    MD Anderson Cancer Center Houston, United States

    5 days ago

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    Description

    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 2019 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.


    KEY FUNCTIONS

    Tissue Culture & Molecular Techniques

    • Maintains and establishes tissue culture cell lines which require good sterile techniques and the ability to observe and identify cell changes under the microscope, determine cell counts on the hemocytometer or coulter counter, performs colony counts or determine cell viability.
    Prepares sterile media and solutions.

    • Monitors, and shelves tissue culture supplies to ensure efficient functioning.
    Prepare cells for cryogenic storage and reestablishment by the use of small vials, dry ice and liquid nitrogen.

    • Isolates, purifies and analyzes, RNA, DNA and protein including hybridization, gel electrophoresis autoradiography, ECL staining, performing PCR reactions, quantitative RT-PCR assay, DNA sequencing and assays for signal transducing enzymes.
    • Purification and conjugation of immunoglobulins.
    Should have basic knowledge of solution and buffer preparation in which ionic concentration and pH is critical. Should have basic training in use and safety of radioisotopes.


    Animal Handling & Maintenance

    • Maintain mouse colonies, including breeding and maintaining colony tracking database (mLIMS)
    • Perform animal studies including blood and tissue collection, injections (tail vein, IP, etc.)
    of tumor cells and treatments, minor survival surgeries, monitoring and recording of experiment progress, tumor growth analysis, animal imaging, necropsy, preparation of tissue samples for histological processing.


    Laboratory Equipment and Maintenance

    • Performs routine maintenance of ultra low freezers, liquid nitrogen, C02 and water levels.
    Should be able to maintain equipment such as high-speed centrifuges, pH meters and microfuges.

    • Manually operates and maintains the lab equipment.
    Visually reads equipment, operation manuals and procedure manual whenever necessary. Must be able to lift and carry items up to 20-25 pounds and carry or move from one area of the lab to another by using a roller cart. Must be able to comply with all institutional safety policies including Universal Precautions and OSHA standards when handling toxic, hazardous, flammable, radioactive or potentially infectious or carcinogenic materials. This may require wearing common protective garments or equipment such as gloves, eye protection, face mask, gown or lab coat, etc. Additionally, some procedures may require the use of a fume hood or biological safety cabinet.


    EDUCATION

    Required:
    Bachelor'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.

    Additional Information


    • Requisition ID: 161851
    • Employment Status:
    Full-Time


    • Employee Status:
    Regular


    • Work Week:
    Days


    • Minimum Salary:
    US Dollar (USD) 42,000


    • Midpoint Salary:
    US Dollar (USD) 52,500


    • Maximum Salary :
    US Dollar (USD) 63,000


    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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