Research Assistant I - Lee Laboratory (Genetics)

MD Anderson • Houston, TX

363d • $38,500 - $57,500

About The Position

Genetic alterations are known cancer drivers, but not all patients harbor sufficient driver mutations to elicit the onset and progression of the disease. There also exist cancers such as pediatric tumors and several liquid cancers that carry very few genetic alterations, highlighting the contribution of non-genetic alterations to tumor formation. The Lee Laboratory seeks to elucidate how RNA aberrations impact the development and progression of cancer. We employ cutting-edge sequencing to uncover errors hiding in RNA and use multidisciplinary approaches including cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology and protein biology to determine the pathogenic role of altered RNAs in malignant transformation. We hope to provide novel strategies for cancer diagnosis, prognosis, and therapeutic intervention. We are looking to recruit a Research Assistant I to help achieve our goals. The primary responsibility is to perform technical laboratory duties and carry out projects related to transcriptional regulation using human cell model system. The ideal candidate will have experience with wet lab experiments. Experience with cell culture, molecular/protein biology, flow cytometry or CRISPR editing preferred, but not required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, major course work in one of the basic sciences.
• No experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with wet lab experiments.
• Experience with cell culture, molecular/protein biology, flow cytometry or CRISPR editing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts experiments and carries out projects in molecular and cellular biology, protein biology and other related basic science areas.
• Follows lab protocols and processes data obtained in accordance with methods requested.
• Maintains accurate and detailed records of experimental data and protocols.
• Orders and organizes laboratory supplies, prepares sterile media, buffers and stock solutions.
• Responsible for maintaining and updating inventory of laboratory materials and stocks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full-Time employment status
• Regular employee status
• Days work week
• Minimum Salary: USD 38,500
• Midpoint Salary: USD 48,000
• Maximum Salary: USD 57,500
• Non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Onsite work location

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees