Breast Cancer Translational Research Assistant

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center; Texas; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical coverage from 30

PTO and extended illness bank

Tuition Assistance Program

Pension and retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Research Assistant to support translational and preclinical breast cancer research, focusing on molecular alterations, signaling pathways, and immune microenvironment changes that drive cancer initiation and progression. This role operates within a multidisciplinary program led by Professor Isabelle Bedrosian, M.D.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s Degree in a related science, with up to two years of relevant research experience and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a research-related natural science or applied science discipline.
• Up to two years of research experience in cancer biology, immunology, laboratory research, and mouse handling preferred.
• Strong analytical, logical-thinking, organizational, computer, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical laboratory duties supporting translational and preclinical breast cancer research projects.
• Assist with studies focusing on molecular alterations, signaling pathways, and immune microenvironment changes in cancer development.
• Support evaluation of therapeutic and preventive strategies in laboratory and preclinical settings.
• Contribute to cancer immunoprevention and cancer interception research initiatives.
• Prepare routine laboratory solutions and maintain clean, safe lab spaces.
• Follow general and project-specific laboratory procedures and protocols.
• Assist with in vitro and preclinical mouse model research studies and vaccine-related experiments.
• Utilize Excel and PowerPoint to support research activities and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Biology background

Mouse handling

Analytical skills

Logical thinking

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Natural/Applied Science

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Research Assistant to support translational and preclinical breast cancer research, focusing on molecular alterations, signaling pathways, and immune microenvironment changes that drive cancer initiation and progression. This role operates within a multidisciplinary program led by Professor Isabelle Bedrosian, M.D.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s Degree in a related science, with up to two years of relevant research experience and