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SUMMARY The primary purpose of the Research Scientist position is to plan, design, oversee, and perform research involving single-cell proteomic (CyTOF/mass cytometry and multiplexed imaging) approaches for studying phenotypic plasticity and therapy resistance in longitudinal clinical specimens (solid tumors and liquid biopsies) and patient-derived organoids in a research program of an Assistant Professor in the Department of Cancer Systems Imaging. The overall goal is to utilize innovative cancer systems biology approaches to develop tools at the translational forefront of cancer research, towards predicting and counteracting mechanisms of drug resistance and evaluating - at a personalized level - disease status and response to treatment in cancer patients. The Research Scientist functions independently in the design and initiation of research experiments. Designs, develops or adapts equipment and techniques used in experiments or research to obtain desired results. Determines specific goals or objectives to be obtained, evaluates research data, and develops and revises techniques or approaches to work problems. Supervises the use of laboratory equipment and implements safety procedures. Compiles, writes and submits project results to superiors. He/She will work with laboratory personnel to enhance multi-disciplinary departmental collaborations. The position will maintain professional and cooperative relationships with business partners, administrators, research scientists/investigators, trainees, and other academic professionals to ensure efficient communication, follow-through, and coordination of scientific goals. 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. JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES Laboratory Experimentation - Develop patient-derived heterotypic organoids from patient liquid biopsies (from circulating tumor cells (CTCs)) for in vitro drug treatments and downstream applications such as live imaging, viability assays, and multiplexed imaging (e.g. imaging mass cytometry, codex, etc.). - Perform and optimize conjugation and titration of antibodies for CyTOF and multiplexed imaging platforms. - Process cell lines and clinical specimens (solid tumors and liquid biopsies) for CyTOF and single-cell RNAseq analysis. - Perform post-imaging and post-treatment analysis of organoids and tissues to characterize biomarkers relevant to therapy response and therapy resistance. - Utilize various computer software and databases to enter, retrieve, compile, and analyze data and prepare reports for review. - Establish and maintain research collaborations with academic researchers and other stakeholders in correlation with image-guided therapy projects. - Actively participate in preparing presentations and peer-reviewed publications, abstracts, and manuscripts related to research outcomes. Scientific Operations and Research Management - Utilize various computer software and databases to enter, retrieve, compile, and analyze data and prepare reports for review. - Establish and maintain research collaborations with academic researchers and other stakeholders in correlation with image-guided therapy projects. - Actively participate in preparing presentations and peer-reviewed publications, abstracts, and manuscripts related to research outcomes. - Participate in preparing scientific portions of grant applications. Data Presentation & Manuscript Preparation - Record all documentation for experimental and project logistics and progression, intellectual property documentation, and for compliance. Compile, write and submit project results to superiors. Other Duties as Assigned - Other duties as assigned. Required education: Masters degree in one of the natural sciences or related field. Required experience: Four years of experience in experimental or scientific work. With PhD, no experience required. With Medical degree, two years of experience in experimental or scientific work. 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: 165717 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 66,500 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 83,000 Maximum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 99,500 FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay Fund Type: Soft Work Location: Onsite Pivotal Position: No Referral Bonus Available?: No Relocation Assistance Available?: No Science Jobs: No #LI-Onsite #J-18808-Ljbffr