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Senior Research Assistant (Mouse handling)

Employer
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Location
Houston, Texas
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
May 14, 2021

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Discipline
Life Sciences, Cancer Research
Organization Type
Healthcare/Hospital

Job Details

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Work with Animals or Animal/Human Products:

Technical experience in the following is desired:
-Will carry out experiments involving animals and animal or human tissues, in accord with appropriate institutional and regulatory guidelines.
-Will inject tumor cells or implant tumors into mice, monitor tumor growth with calipers, and administer drug to animals by IP or IV injection or oral gavage.
-Will be willing to work with both xenograft and orthotopic models in different organs (i.e. brain, lung)
-Will have knowledge of safety concerns when working with animal/human tissues.
-Work on animal tissues will require application of universal safety precautions at all times.

Tissue Culture: -Maintains and establishes culture of human and murine cells, which require rigorous sterile techniques. Must have the ability to observe and identify cell changes under the microscope, determine cell counts and cell viability.
-Prepares sterile media and solutions. Purify cells by various methods and monitor cells for proliferation and activation by standard laboratory methods.
-Prepare cells for cryogenic storage.
-The above requires using the microscope for prolonged periods, working for prolonged periods with hands extended under a flow hood and lifting cases (

Molecular and Cellular Biology:
-RNA/DNA isolation, PCR and quantitative real-time PCR
-Protein isolation, immunoprecipitation, Western blotting, ELISA
-Cell viability and proliferation assays
-Produce, manipulate and work with virus.
-Immunohistochemistry and immunocytochemistry
-Molecular cloning and mutagenesis techniques

Record Keeping and Data Collection: -Maintains accurate, detailed records and experimental data and protocols.
-Prepares graphs, slides and tables via photography, computer, or manually.
-Communicates results to and understands instructions from principal investigator and colleagues. Fluent spoken English is essential.
-Discusses goals of each project with supervisor. Develops a step-by-step written procedure outlining the specific actions required to conduct the experiment before proceeding.
-Reads literature and confers with supervisor regarding new procedures and modifies them according to the needs of the project.

To organize and perform routine laboratory procedures: -Learn ongoing techniques in the laboratory and become proficient in planning, executing, and troubleshooting these techniques.
-Participate in adopting new techniques and learning new skills to enhance lab research efforts.
-Maintain assertiveness and flexibility in approaching new techniques and responsibilities, utilizing good work habits and time management.
-Maintain alertness and careful attention to avoid injury to self and others due to chemicals and hazardous materials in the laboratory.

Laboratory Safety/Lab Equipment Maintenance: -Demonstrates and practices lab safety precautions.
-Receives verbal and/or written instructions from principal investigator on standards and specialized lab safety procedures.
-Attends annual safety courses required by MDA and other agencies. Handles, stores, and disposes of radioactive isotopes, chemically hazardous materials, and biohazardous materials in procedure specified to meet MDA safety guidelines.
-Follows manufacturer's guidelines regarding the handling and maintenance of all lab equipment. Will have working knowledge of equipment operation manuals and procedure manuals whenever necessary.
-Monitor work flow as it pertains to the need for supplies, equipment maintenance, and preparing stock solutions.

To supervise technical personnel and trainees and work closely with other staff members -Maintain good working relationship with all members of the laboratory.
-Assist other lab members with ongoing experiments that have a priority designated by the principal investigator.
-Demonstrate the ability to clearly communicate (verbally and in writing) instructions, ideas, and procedures.

Other duties as assigned

Bachelor's degree in one of the natural sciences or related field. 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

Company

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 2023 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.

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