Instructor, Research Faculty Appointment (RFA) - Lymphoma - Myeloma

MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution dedicated to eliminating cancer through innovative research and education. As an Instructor in the Research Faculty, you will lead impactful research projects, collaborate with a diverse team, and contribute to groundbreaking studies in immunotherapy and vaccines. This role offers the opportunity to develop your scientific independence while mentoring the next generation of researchers. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this position is perfect for passionate individuals eager to make a difference in cancer research.

Benefits

Health benefits

Relocation support

Incentives

Qualifications

• Expertise in clinical protocols and processing human and mouse samples.
• Experience in grant writing and collaborative research projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead research activities in translational research of immunotherapies.
• Train and mentor research scientists and students.
• Prepare manuscripts and grant proposals.

Skills

Molecular Biology

Biochemistry

Cell Biology

Immunology

Flow Cytometry

Tissue Culture

Analytical Thinking

Relationship Building

Innovative Thinking

Teamwork

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

Position Title: Instructor, Research Faculty Appointment

Department: Lymphoma/Myeloma

Division: Cancer Medicine

Reports to: Faculty PI

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees, and the public.

SUMMARY

The primary function of the Instructor position is to be an active member and leader of the research team, applying technical expertise to plan, coordinate, design, assist, and supervise research projects, as well as to evaluate and interpret research data and ensure high-quality publications.

Key Responsibilities

1. Perform research activities in a mentored leadership role within translational research of immunotherapies and vaccines, aiming for scientific independence.
2. Possess expertise in clinical protocols, processing human and mouse samples, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, immunology, flow cytometry, tissue culture.
3. Contribute to grant writing and submissions as principal or co-investigator under mentorship.
4. Develop collaborative research projects to achieve scientific independence.
5. Train research scientists, postdoctoral fellows, clinical fellows, students, and technicians.
6. Lead and collaborate within a large cancer research group including scientists, clinicians, statisticians, and staff.

Core Values

Caring Behaviors

• Courtesy: Respectful and courteous interactions at all times.
• Friendliness/Teamwork: Promote teamwork, inclusiveness, and sensitivity to patients and colleagues.

Integrity Behaviors

• Reliability: Communicate honestly and frequently.
• Accountability: Hold self and others accountable for practicing values.
• Safety: Recognize and report safety concerns, model safe behaviors.

Discovery Behaviors

• Responsiveness: Foster trust and encourage learning and creativity.
• Personal Leadership/Self-Initiative: Assist others, seek growth, and enable team development.

Key Functions

1. Enhance cancer research quality and progress, focusing on specified areas.
2. Design and assist with experiments involving clinical samples, animal models, and in vitro studies.
3. Create novel independent research projects.
4. Maintain standard operating procedures to ensure quality and integrity.
5. Plan, execute, and interpret experiments; lead research efforts and troubleshoot.
6. Present research findings internally and at scientific conferences.
7. Supervise and mentor trainees and lab members.
8. Prepare manuscripts, grant proposals, and collaborate on publications and presentations.
9. Review literature, design experiments, and report progress regularly.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Analytical Thinking: Gather information systematically, analyze problems, make decisions.
• Relationship Building: Develop and manage professional networks, show genuine interest.
• Innovative Thinking: Approach problems creatively, propose new ideas.
• Teamwork: Encourage collaboration, value contributions, balance goals.
• Equipment & Safety: Maintain safety standards, train on equipment, adhere to safety protocols.

This position offers a target salary of $65,000 to $80,000, with eligibility for incentives, benefits, and relocation support as applicable.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected categories.