Research Assistant II
- Employer
- University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Apr 13, 2022
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- Discipline
- Health Sciences
- Organization Type
- Healthcare/Hospital
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Job Details
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.
The primary purpose of the Research Assistant II position is to provide responsible technical assistance in carrying out various research projects and assistance in maintaining efficient functioning of the laboratory. Requires scientific and technical background, independent decision making, judgment and organizational skills.
Key Functions
1. Assists with research projects Radiation Oncology
2. Prepares and conducts tissue collection in accordance with established protocols
3. Operates Radiation Oncology laboratory apparatus and equipment
4. Documents and maintains record of data and findings in accordance with the methods requested
5. Image analysis and deformable image-registration
6. Clinical data tabulation and analysis
7. Supervision of research trainees
8. Report generation of collected datasets
9. Patient immobilization for research imaging
10. Research image acquisition in accordance with established protocols
11. Patient reported outcome collection in accordance with established protocols
12. Dose-toxicity report generation
13. Scheduling and coordination of patient research imaging scans and procedures in accordance with established protocol
Working Conditions
This position requires:
Working in Office Environment
______ No
______ Yes
Working in Patient Care Unit (e.g. Nursing unit; outpatient clinic)
X No
______ Yes
Exposure to human/animal blood, body fluids, or tissues
______ No
X Yes
Exposure to harmful chemicals
______ No
X Yes
Exposure to radiation
______ No
X Yes
Exposure to animals
______ No
X Yes
Physical Demands
Indicate the time required to do each of the following physical demands:
Time Spent
Never
0%
Occasionally
1-33%
Frequently
34-66%
Continuously
67-100%
Standing
Walking
Sitting
Reaching
Lifting/Carrying
Up to 10 lbs
10lbs to 50 lbs
More than 50 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Up to 10 lbs
10lbs to 50 lbs
More than 50 lbs
Use computer/keyboard
Education
Required: Bachelor's degree with major course works in one of the basic sciences.
Experience
Required: Two years experience in scientific or experimental research work. No experience required with preferred degree.
Preferred: Experience with imaging analysis.
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
The primary purpose of the Research Assistant II position is to provide responsible technical assistance in carrying out various research projects and assistance in maintaining efficient functioning of the laboratory. Requires scientific and technical background, independent decision making, judgment and organizational skills.
Key Functions
1. Assists with research projects Radiation Oncology
2. Prepares and conducts tissue collection in accordance with established protocols
3. Operates Radiation Oncology laboratory apparatus and equipment
4. Documents and maintains record of data and findings in accordance with the methods requested
5. Image analysis and deformable image-registration
6. Clinical data tabulation and analysis
7. Supervision of research trainees
8. Report generation of collected datasets
9. Patient immobilization for research imaging
10. Research image acquisition in accordance with established protocols
11. Patient reported outcome collection in accordance with established protocols
12. Dose-toxicity report generation
13. Scheduling and coordination of patient research imaging scans and procedures in accordance with established protocol
Working Conditions
This position requires:
Working in Office Environment
______ No
______ Yes
Working in Patient Care Unit (e.g. Nursing unit; outpatient clinic)
X No
______ Yes
Exposure to human/animal blood, body fluids, or tissues
______ No
X Yes
Exposure to harmful chemicals
______ No
X Yes
Exposure to radiation
______ No
X Yes
Exposure to animals
______ No
X Yes
Physical Demands
Indicate the time required to do each of the following physical demands:
Time Spent
Never
0%
Occasionally
1-33%
Frequently
34-66%
Continuously
67-100%
Standing
Walking
Sitting
Reaching
Lifting/Carrying
Up to 10 lbs
10lbs to 50 lbs
More than 50 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Up to 10 lbs
10lbs to 50 lbs
More than 50 lbs
Use computer/keyboard
Education
Required: Bachelor's degree with major course works in one of the basic sciences.
Experience
Required: Two years experience in scientific or experimental research work. No experience required with preferred degree.
Preferred: Experience with imaging analysis.
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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