Research Assistant II

2 months ago


Houston, United States MD Anderson Cancer Center Full time
Research Assistant II opportunity in the Critical Care - Research department. Ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a biology-related disciplinary and at least one-year experience in scientific or experimental research work. Experience working with myeloid cells and performing basic immunological techniques is preferred.

Shift: 10 day work week with 4 days off

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

1. Laboratory Research Activities

· Prepares and conducts experiments with biological samples.

· Isolates, purifies and analyzes cells from clinical samples.

· Performs immunological techniques such as flow cytometry and ELISA

· Isolates, purifies and analyzes RNA, DNA and protein using standard molecular biology and biochemical techniques.

· Records, validates, evaluates and analyzes research data. Presents results of experiments on a regular basis to Principal Investigator

2. Clinical Research Activities (Use for RA II position)

· Coordinates with clinical staff for project-specific collection and transport of clinical samples

· Coordinates with clinical staff to collect, enter and import project-specific clinical data

· Consolidates, analyzes, evaluates and presents clinical data regularly to the PI and in scientific meetings

• Works with the PI and lab supervisor to standardize new techniques to assess myeloid cell functions in biological samples

3. Record Keeping and Support

· Records data in accordance with methods requested.

· Maintains legible notebook and/or organized database of research data, retrieves and interprets data from multiple sources

· Order all laboratory supplies and ensures all reagents and supplies are available when needed.

· Provide assistance on projects revolving around myeloid cell function in sepsis

4. Research Safety and Compliance

· Maintains and updates all safety protocols

· Handles, stores, and disposes of chemical hazardous materials and biohazardous materials according to MDA safety guidelines and procedures.

· Maintain clean and neat work area in laboratory to ensure the most efficient functioning of the lab and a pleasant work environment.

EDUCATION

Required: Bachelor's degree with major course works in one of the basic sciences.

Preferred: Master's degree with major course work in the one of the basic sciences and or medical field.

EXPERIENCE

Required: One-year experience in scientific or experimental research work. No experience is required with preferred degree.

Preferred: Experience in handling myeloid cells and basic immunological techniques.

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.



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