Research Instructor: Cancer Biology, Grants & Mentorship

MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Education opportunities

Recognition programs

Job summary

MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston seeks a researcher with extensive experience in cancer biology and translational research. The role involves handling human and mouse samples, performing molecular biology and immunology workflows, and contributing to grant applications under mentorship.

The position emphasizes collaboration within a large cancer research group, training of scientists, and maintaining rigorous infrastructure security as part of daily responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Expertise in research protocols and handling of human and mouse samples.
• Strong background in cancer research.
• Commitment to writing and submitting competitive grant applications as PI or co-PI under mentorship.
• Aspiration to achieve scientific independence through collaborative projects.

Responsibilities

• Participate in training of research scientists, postdoctoral fellows, clinical fellows, graduate students, medical students, and technicians.
• Be a collaborative and friendly member/leader of a large cancer research group.
• Maintain security and integrity of critical infrastructure as defined by policy; adherence is a condition of hire and employment.

Skills

Research protocols

Sample processing

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Cell biology

Immunology

Flow cytometry

Tissue culture

Tools

Flow cytometer

Job description

MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston seeks a researcher with extensive experience in cancer biology and translational research. The role involves handling human and mouse samples, performing molecular biology and immunology workflows, and contributing to grant applications under mentorship.

The position emphasizes collaboration within a large cancer research group, training of scientists, and maintaining rigorous infrastructure security as part of daily responsibilities.