GI Oncology Research Assistant II: Organoids, PDX & Drugs

MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Defined-benefit pension plans

Job summary

A leading cancer research institution in Houston seeks a Research Assistant II for its Gastrointestinal Department. This part-time position involves supporting cutting-edge cancer research through advanced technical expertise in organoid culture, animal work, and drug screening. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Basic Science and at least one year of relevant research experience. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits including medical coverage from day one.

Qualifications

• One year of scientific or experimental research experience required.
• Hands-on experience with organoid culture and patient-derived xenografts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex experimental procedures, including culture of 2D/3D cell models.
• Conduct molecular and protein assays.
• Manage mouse colonies for experimental studies.

Skills

Organoid culture

Drug screening

Animal handling

Molecular assays

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Basic Science

Master’s or Medical degree

Job description

A leading cancer research institution in Houston seeks a Research Assistant II for its Gastrointestinal Department. This part-time position involves supporting cutting-edge cancer research through advanced technical expertise in organoid culture, animal work, and drug screening. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Basic Science and at least one year of relevant research experience. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits including medical coverage from day one.