Research Assistant I - Sarcoma Medical Oncology Research

MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks a research assistant to support projects focused on vascular sarcomas. This full-time position involves assisting in scientific research, maintaining regulatory compliance, and contributing to publications. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a basic science and some research experience, with opportunities for hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with major course works in one of the basic sciences is required.
• Master's degree in a related field is preferred.
• Some experience in scientific or experimental research work is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist PI with scientific research projects focused on vascular sarcomas.
• Maintain all regulatory documents for research projects.
• Utilize technical writing ability to assist in the composition of reports and manuscripts.

Skills

Technical writing

Research methods

Clinical research

Education

Bachelor's degree in basic sciences

Master's degree in basic sciences

Job description

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.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Research Projects
Assists PI with scientific research projects focused on vascular sarcomas.
Reads literature and confers with PI regarding new research methods and modifies them according to the needs of the project.
Functions, under supervision, in the design and initiation of research projects.
Assists in research activity for assigned project and training for research personnel.
Submits project results to PI in a timely manner.
Performs other duties pertaining to clinical research as instructed by the PI.

Compliance/Regulatory Coordination
Maintain all regulatory documents for all research projects.
Assist in responding to compliance-related queries as needed.

Publications
Utilizes technical writing ability to assist in the composition of abstracts, manuscripts, research projects, reports and other medical/scientific correspondence under the direction of study investigator.
Editing and/or writing sections of protocols, grants and reports as directed by study investigators.
Summarizes findings from the literature, prepares reports and presentations for scientific meetings and conferences.
Reviewing manuscripts before submission to publishing companies.

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Required:

Bachelor's degree with major course works in one of the basic sciences.

Preferred:

Master's degree with major course works in one of the basic sciences.

EXPERIENCE

Preferred:

Some experience in scientific or experimental research work.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 173130
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 30,400
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 38,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 45,600
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Soft
• Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
• Pivotal Position: No
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: No
• Science Jobs: No