Job Description
The ideal candidate will have FLOW Cytometry experience JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIESTechnical Functions: Function in an independent manner, and have the ability to design research experiments.
Discusses goals of each project with supervisor; with the help of supervisor, develops a step-by-step written procedure outlining the specific actions required to conduct the experiment before proceeding
Ability to work on several research projects concurrently in an independent manner
Compile research data and submit results to be included in publications, grants or protocols.
Laboratory Operation: Carry out lab duties that include purchasing, organization, EHS compliance and lab safety.
Responsible for major participation in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for new platforms and assays
Monitors and maintains supply inventory so that work flow is not negatively affected.
Collaboration and Presentation: Interacts and participates in collaborative studies inside and outside MD Anderson.
Trains other research personnel and students on established assays, and use of laboratory equipment
Presents research data at internal and external meetings and conferences
Prepare final reports in the format requested for the data generated by suggested due date
Willingness to learn and to help others in the implementation of new techniques
Data Maintenance: Enter and maintain data from research activities in notebook/computer databases as appropriate.
Performs and documents all required quality control/quality assurance.
Maintains accurate, detailed records and experimental data and protocols
Prepares graphs, slides and tables via photography, computer, or manually.
Collaborates or assists supervisor and senior research staff with preparation of reports and grant requests.
Acquires and maintains proficiency in computer functions.
Able to work with database, graphing and word processing computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word and Prism
Must be able to fully communicate results and understand instructions from principal investigator and colleagues.
Other duties as assigned
Bachelor's degree in one of the natural sciences or related field. Five years of experience in scientific or experimental research work. With preferred degree, three years of required experience. 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: 175398
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Days
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 59,000
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 74,000
- Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 89,000
- 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
- Science Jobs: Yes
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Job Tags
Full time, Local area, Relocation package,