GI Oncology 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

PTO and holidays

Tuition Assistance Program

Pension plan

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas is seeking a Research Assistant I to support translational cancer research and core lab projects in molecular biology and genetics. The role emphasizes tissue culture, data handling, and scientific communication within a collaborative team.

Ideal candidates will have a lab-based cancer research background, willingness to learn, and strong teamwork. Onsite work schedule is Days with comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Laboratory-based cancer research experience with molecular biology techniques.
• Experience with tissue culture and 3D organoid culture.
• Experience with data management and scientific communication.
• Strong ability to work in a collaborative research environment.
• Interest in translational cancer research and learning new lab methods.

Responsibilities

• Carry out experiments in molecular biology and genetics in the lab.
• Maintain tissue cultures, including 3D organoid culture and immune cells.
• Work with a microfluidics device and perform co-culture assays.
• Prepare samples from animal models and perform histology and immunostaining.
• Maintain accurate records and enter data into databases.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Tissue culture

Data management

Scientific communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Natural Science or Applied Science

Tools

DNA/RNA extraction

Microfluidics device

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas is seeking a Research Assistant I to support translational cancer research and core lab projects in molecular biology and genetics. The role emphasizes tissue culture, data handling, and scientific communication within a collaborative team.

Ideal candidates will have a lab-based cancer research background, willingness to learn, and strong teamwork. Onsite work schedule is Days with comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.