Research Assistant II

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center • Houston, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Assistant II in Dr. Yun’s Laboratory in the Genetics department at UT MD Anderson provides technical and organizational support for research projects and general laboratory operations. The role focuses on daily mouse-related work, including colony maintenance, breeding coordination, genotyping, independent mouse procedures, and assistance with experiments conducted by other laboratory personnel. Under the guidance of the Principal Investigator and postdoctoral fellows, the Research Assistant II also performs routine laboratory procedures and biological experiments as needed.

The position supports laboratory operations by organizing samples, maintaining inventories, monitoring supplies, coordinating equipment maintenance, and conducting general laboratory maintenance. The ideal candidate is scientifically curious, eager to learn, proactive, dependable, flexible, reliable, communicative, and team-oriented, with a strong interest in scientific research and a commitment to a long-term role.

The role is 100% onsite at the Texas Medical Center and is based on a 40-hour work week. The stated hourly salary range is $21.63 minimum, $27.16 midpoint, and $32.69 maximum. The position may require routine reviews and screening to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure; satisfying and maintaining applicable requirements is a condition of hire and continued employment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a basic science.
• One year of scientific or experimental research work experience, or no experience is required with the preferred degree.
• Strong interest in scientific research.
• Excellent communication skills, flexibility, reliability, and a team-oriented attitude.
• Scientific curiosity, eagerness to learn, proactivity, and dependability.
• Commitment to a long-term role.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a basic science.
• Medical degree.

Responsibilities

• Organize, handle, monitor, and maintain mouse colonies.
• Coordinate mouse breeding activities and colony maintenance.
• Perform genotyping procedures.
• Conduct basic non-invasive and invasive mouse procedures under approved protocols.
• Assist with mouse experiments conducted by laboratory personnel.
• Perform routine laboratory procedures and biological experiments.
• Conduct experiments under the guidance of the Principal Investigator and postdoctoral fellows.
• Assist with postdoctoral fellows’ research projects under their supervision.
• Learn to operate laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Perform routine operator maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Maintain detailed and accurate experimental records.
• Collect and organize information for project reports and other required activities.
• Evaluate data in accordance with requested methods.
• Maintain complete and accurate sample inventories and organize laboratory samples and research materials.
• Monitor and anticipate laboratory supply needs and maintain adequate stock levels.
• Manage inventory and supply monitoring activities.
• Prepare stock solutions as required.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair processes.
• Perform laboratory maintenance and cleaning activities.
• Work closely with laboratory staff and maintain productive working relationships with technicians and research personnel.
• Explain scientific protocols currently employed in the laboratory to staff members.
• Support smooth day-to-day laboratory operations and collaborative research activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• PTO and Extended Illness Bank accruals.
• Paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
• Access to wellness and fitness resources and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System.
• Voluntary retirement plans.
• Employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
• Educational opportunities and individual and team recognition.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level