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The Senior Research Assistant performs a variety of standard clinical testing procedures independently in a clinical laboratory or similar setting. This position supports multidisciplinary teamwork in patient care, quality control, and the use of laboratory instruments to produce analytical data from patient specimens.

*The ideal candidate will have some knowledge or experience of Immunotherapy in a research setting.*

*Key Responsibilities*

*Clinical & Technical Duties:*

* Perform a range of waived clinical tests and protocol procedures independently.

* Prepare complex slide and specimen setups for testing.

* Mix and prepare reagents, sterile supplies, and slide stains.

* Cut and grind tissue samples for analysis.

* Evaluate, accession, and process cases or specimens.

* Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory equipment according to established protocols.

* Generate manifests for reference testing and manage inventory.

*Research & Collaboration:*

* Assist in developing novel ex vivo expansion strategies and treatments for cord blood-derived hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells.

* Maintain and document the mice colony database.

* Collaborate with other departments and external institutions on clinical research projects.

* Apply sterile techniques and Universal Precautions when handling potentially biohazardous clinical samples.

* Stay informed on relevant scientific literature and contribute ideas to improve laboratory techniques.

*Administrative Duties:*

* Assist with laboratory supply ordering.

* Maintain and manage inventory of cell line catalogues stored in liquid nitrogen tanks.

Other duties as assigned.

*MD Anderson offers our employees:*

* Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week

* Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage

* Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals

* Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs

* Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service

* Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans

* Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program

* Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups

*EDUCATION*

*Required*: Bachelor's Degree Natural sciences or related field.

*Preferred*: Master's Degree Basic sciences of Medical Degree

*WORK EXPERIENCE*

Required: 3 years Scientific or experimental research work experience. With preferred degree, 1 year of experience

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent [benefits](https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/insurance-0/eligibility), including medical, dental, [paid time off](https://www.mdanderson.org/about-md-anderson/employee-resources/leave.html), [retirement](https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/ut-retirement-program/voluntary-retirement-programs), tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

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](http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html)

Additional Information

* Requisition ID: 176759

* Employment Status: Full-Time

* Employee Status: Regular

* Work Week: Day/Evening

* Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 51,500

* Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 64,500

* Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 77,500

* FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay

* Fund Type: Soft

* Work Location: Onsite

* Pivotal Position: Yes

* Referral Bonus Available?: Yes

* Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

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