Translational Neuroscience Research Scientist

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage starting day one

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Research Scientist to support the Department of Translational Neuroscience. You will manage laboratory operations, lead in vivo and in vitro experiments, and collaborate across teams to advance translational discoveries.

The role requires extensive experience with mouse colonies, cellular/molecular biology techniques, and strong documentation. Education includes a bachelor’s degree; a master’s is preferred, with multiple benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in natural sciences or related field is required.
• Master's degree preferred for higher research responsibilities.
• Experience with animal studies and translational neuroscience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise laboratory operations and daily research activities.
• Coordinate updates to IACUC and IBC protocols.
• Oversee mouse colony management and health monitoring.
• Train laboratory personnel and maintain comprehensive records.
• Design and troubleshoot experiments for translational neuroscience studies.

Skills

Laboratory management

Animal handling

Molecular biology

In vivo techniques

Education

Bachelor's Degree Natural sciences or related field

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

PCR

Western blot

FACS

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Research Scientist to support the Department of Translational Neuroscience. You will manage laboratory operations, lead in vivo and in vitro experiments, and collaborate across teams to advance translational discoveries.

The role requires extensive experience with mouse colonies, cellular/molecular biology techniques, and strong documentation. Education includes a bachelor’s degree; a master’s is preferred, with multiple benefits