Research Assistant I - Radiation Oncology Research
About The Position
The Research Assistant I plays an important role in advancing research efforts that support improved cancer treatment outcomes and scientific discovery. The Research Assistant I will join a research program focused on the imaging correlates of tumor response and treatment-related toxicity in patients receiving radiotherapy or systemic anti-neoplastic therapies. Working closely with principal investigators, postdoctoral researchers, students, and research staff, the Research Assistant I will contribute to scientific studies involving multi-parametric MRI and apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) biomarker development. UT MD Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree Natural Science or Applied Science in a research-related discipline.
- None
Nice To Haves
- Experience in scientific or experimental research
- Familiarity with diagnostic imaging, oncology research, or related clinical research environments
- Strong technical aptitude
- Scientific curiosity
- Collaboration skills
- Effective written and verbal communication abilities
Responsibilities
- Retrieve planning CT scans, diagnostic MRI studies, and radiation therapy dose data for patient treatment planning and research activities
- Support research projects examining imaging correlates of tumor response and treatment-related toxicity in cancer patients
- Collaborate with principal investigators, postdoctoral researchers, students, and research assistants on scientific studies
- Participate in research focused on multi-parametric MRI and ADC biomarker development and validation
- Develop and maintain comprehensive databases containing clinical and imaging data for enrolled patients
- Ensure data integrity, accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance through quality assurance practices
- Manage research data acquisition and organization in accordance with established protocols and procedures
- Support image registration workflows and segmentation of organs at risk
- Assist with data analysis, interpretation of findings, and research study reporting
- Present research findings to professional audiences
- Contribute to the preparation and development of scientific manuscripts and publications
- Collaborate with principal investigators, co-investigators, and partner departments to ensure research activities align with institutional policies and procedures
- Assist with management of research studies and fulfillment of protocol requirements
- Facilitate execution of approved research plans and study objectives
- Organize, coordinate, and actively participate in scientific research activities
- Organize and support study monitoring and auditing visits
- Serve as a liaison for monitoring and audit activities
- Collaborate with the research team to address audit findings and implement corrective actions
- Manage laboratory equipment and help maintain efficient research operations
- Enforce laboratory safety protocols and model safe work practices
Benefits
- Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week
- Optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank
- Paid holidays
- Wellness, childcare, and other leave options
- Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
- Access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups
- Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System
- Voluntary retirement plans
- Employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
