Research Assistant I — Cancer Biomarker Lab

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage starting day one

PTO and holidays

Tuition assistance program

Pension plan

Job summary

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks a Research Assistant I to support laboratory and translational research efforts in cancer biology. You will process biospecimens, perform molecular techniques, manage data, and assist investigators to advance cancer treatment research.

The role emphasizes collaboration, meticulous data management, and hands-on laboratory work in a fast-paced environment. A related bachelor’s degree is required, with advanced degrees preferred, and a strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacology, Physiology, Computer Science, Natural Science, Applied Science, or related field.
• Medical degree or master’s in listed fields preferred.
• Strong laboratory skills, scientific curiosity, attention to detail, interest in molecular biomarker research, biospecimen management, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Process routine biospecimens for laboratory protocols and research studies.
• Isolate PBMCs from collected specimens.
• Separate plasma and serum samples for analysis.
• Prepare, label, catalog, and store biospecimens for long-term preservation.
• Manage biospecimen inventory and database records per SOPs.
• Maintain protocol documentation and experimental records.
• Record and manage biomarker data and clinical data for studies.
• Evaluate data and prepare reports for supervisor.
• Perform DNA/RNA extraction, IHC, flow cytometry, cell culture, and mouse handling as needed.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Data analysis

Biospecimen management

Molecular biomarker research

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Science or Applied Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

REDCap

R

Python

Java

JavaScript

Job description

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks a Research Assistant I to support laboratory and translational research efforts in cancer biology. You will process biospecimens, perform molecular techniques, manage data, and assist investigators to advance cancer treatment research.

The role emphasizes collaboration, meticulous data management, and hands-on laboratory work in a fast-paced environment. A related bachelor’s degree is required, with advanced degrees preferred, and a strong