Senior Research Assistant - Epigenetics & Molecular Carcinogenesis (Tissue Culture, Genotyping, Mole
- Employer
- University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Dec 13, 2022
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- Discipline
- Health Sciences
- Organization Type
- Healthcare/Hospital
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Job Details
The Department of Epigenetics and Molecular Carcinogenesis is an interdisciplinary, basic science research department that conducts groundbreaking research aimed at defining the mechanisms controlling normal cell growth, proliferation, differentiation, and survival as well as mechanisms controlling genome maintenance to identify the aberrations in these processes that drive cancer.
Department of Epigenetics and Molecular Carcinogenesis
The Aldaz laboratory studies the role of the Wwox gene in cancer and central nervous system pathologies, genetically engineered mouse models of human disease, plasma cell dyscrasias, determinants of early breast cancer progression and breast and lung chemoprevention.
The primary purpose of the Senior Research Assistant position is to provide supervision, special training to technical personnel, and /or highly technical work in research projects. Performs a series of experiments designed to supply specific information as a part of a larger project; an answer to questions in a limited field; or, in the development of improved techniques, production methods or procedures in the Department of Epigenetics and Molecular Carcinogenesis.
KEY FUNCTIONS
Research Support
Expertise and Specialization
Laboratory Organization
Education
Required: Bachelor's degree in one of the natural sciences or related field.
Experience
Required: Three years of experience in scientific or experimental research work. With preferred degree, one year of required experience.
Preferred: Previous experience in tissue culture, mouse genotyping and basic molecular biology and biochemistry techniques is desirable.
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
Department of Epigenetics and Molecular Carcinogenesis
The Aldaz laboratory studies the role of the Wwox gene in cancer and central nervous system pathologies, genetically engineered mouse models of human disease, plasma cell dyscrasias, determinants of early breast cancer progression and breast and lung chemoprevention.
The primary purpose of the Senior Research Assistant position is to provide supervision, special training to technical personnel, and /or highly technical work in research projects. Performs a series of experiments designed to supply specific information as a part of a larger project; an answer to questions in a limited field; or, in the development of improved techniques, production methods or procedures in the Department of Epigenetics and Molecular Carcinogenesis.
KEY FUNCTIONS
Research Support
- Perform research or experimental tasks to supply information as part of a research project or laboratory.
- Responsible for planning and executing details of an experiment, including set up, timing (scheduled, staffed, planned), coordination of supplies and equipment at hand, functionality of equipment, trained personnel
- Evaluate and interpret experimental results.
- Assemble, operate and troubleshoot equipment.
- Compile/prepare tables and charts.
- Assist with preparation of grant applications and progress reports.
Expertise and Specialization
- Apply background/experience in science, using independent evaluation, judgment and analysis.
- Perform research or experimental tasks in a limited field (niche) or specialty area.
- Master difficult, advanced, skills or technology.
- Develop and revise protocols, procedures, and techniques.
- Introduce/implement new technology.
- Participate in troubleshooting and resolving problems.
Laboratory Organization
- Supervise technicians and oversee their training.
- May oversee educational appointees in their work and assist them as assigned or delegated.
- Assess availability of supplies and advise/recommend purchasing as needed.
- Contribute to the laboratory; assess need for back-up and cover as necessary; cross-train.
- May have delegated signing authority on routine purchases.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education
Required: Bachelor's degree in one of the natural sciences or related field.
Experience
Required: Three years of experience in scientific or experimental research work. With preferred degree, one year of required experience.
Preferred: Previous experience in tissue culture, mouse genotyping and basic molecular biology and biochemistry techniques is desirable.
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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