Research Assistant II - Experimental Therapeutics
Company: University of Texas M.D. Anderson
Location: Houston
Posted on: April 16, 2024
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Job Description:
Research Assistant II - Experimental Therapeutics
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 2021-2022 rankings. It is one of the nation's original
three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National
Cancer Institute.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of The University of Texas MD 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.
SUMMARY:
The primary purpose of the Research Assistant II position is to
provide technical and coordination skills in carrying out various
research projects, to include coordinating procedures and
performing technical laboratory duties in accordance with general
and/or specific plans for the institution.
The Eschweiler lab in the department of Experimental Therapeutics
is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher for a
position in cancer immunology. This research will involve
investigating the cellular/molecular dynamics of innate and
adaptive immune cells to develop novel immunotherapy strategies in
solid tumors. In this regard, xenograft and genetically engineered
mouse models as well as patient specimen are employed in both basic
and translational studies. A wide set of cellular, basic
immunology, advanced flow cytometry, molecular and transcriptome
analysis techniques will be utilized to interrogate pertinent
questions in several in vitro and in vivo studies. The lab employs
genomic tools, novel mouse tumor models and computational
approaches to understand the immunological basis of cancer.
The applicant should be self-motivated, able to design and conduct
experiments, prepare, and present their work at meetings, and write
scientific manuscripts; should have skill in setting up and use of
laboratory equipment, and ability to assist with development of new
and improved methodology. The applicant is expected to train
students/technologists when necessary and participate in overall
lab management.
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:
Ability to work with In vivo mouse models
* Skilled in the following analytical techniques:
-- Tumor immunology & cancer immunotherapy
-- Mouse handling & injections skills (Intraperitoneal,
subcutaneous, retroorbital)
-- Cell culture of various cancer cell lines & primary cells
-- Multi-color flow cytometry (FACS) & cell sorting
-- Single-cell RNA-seq & ATAC-seq
-- Data analysis & interpretation
* Other duties as assigned.
Education Required - Bachelor's degree with major course works in
one of the basic sciences.
Experience Required - One year experience in scientific or
experimental research work. No experience required with preferred
degree.
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
Keywords: University of Texas M.D. Anderson, Port Arthur , Research Assistant II - Experimental Therapeutics, Other , Houston, Texas
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