Senior Research Assistant - Genetics - Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)
Posted on: 18 Jan 2021
Houston, TX
Job Description
The Genetics department is a basic science department located in the George and Cynthia Mitchell Basic Sciences Research Building at the world-renowned University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in the heart of the Texas Medical Center. The focus is on advancing knowledge of the molecular genetic mechanisms that regulate normal and abnormal cellular processes. Research grant support totals approximately 10 million dollars in annual direct costs.
The primary purpose of the Senior Research Assistant position is to process blood and dissociate tissue samples and prepare them for next-generation sequencing experiments. The secondary purpose is to maintain laboratory equipment, samples and reagents.
Key Functions
* Dissociate human tissue samples and prepare them for NGS compatible experiments
* Processes blood samples and prepares plasma DNA sequencing libraries
* Tissue sectioning: Microtome or Cryostat
* Tissue Staining e.g. H&E; stain
* Imaging techniques
Additional Duties
* Prepares libraries for single cell sequencing and next-generation sequencing libraries
* Performs tissue and cell culture work
* PCR, qPCR, DNA, RNA isolation and Quality Control
* Constructs, assembles and operates laboratory apparatus and equipment
* Records and evaluates data in accordance with methods requested
* Writes protocols and performs molecular biology experiments
* Assists with administrative responsibilities associated with collecting human tumor samples
* Isolates single cells for genomic analysis
* Isolates plasma samples, PBMCs, and other samples as needed for genomic analysis
* Assists with the maintenance of laboratory equipment and the overall organization of the lab
* Maintains records of human samples received, data produced and their location
Education
Required: Bachelor's degree in one of the natural sciences or related field.
Preferred: Master's degree in one of the natural sciences or related field.
Experience
Education: Three years of experience in scientific or experimental research work. With preferred degree, one year 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: 137150
* Employment Status: Full-Time
* Employee Status: Regular
* FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
* Work Week: Days
* Fund Type: Soft
* Pivotal Position: Yes
* Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 39,200
* Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 49,000
* Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 58,800
* Science Jobs: No
MD Anderson
Houston, TX
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is one of the world’s most respected centers devoted exclusively to cancer patient care, research, education and prevention.
Mission
The mission of The University of Texas MD 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.
Vision
We shall be the premier cancer center in the world, based on the excellence of our people, our research-driven patient care and our science. We are Making Cancer History.
Core Values
Caring: By our words and actions, we create a caring environment for everyone.
We are sensitive to the concerns of our patients and our co-workers.
We are respectful and courteous to each other at all times.
We promote and reward teamwork and inclusiveness.
Integrity: We work together to merit the trust of our colleagues and those we serve.
We hold ourselves, and each other, accountable for practicing our values.
We communicate frequently, honestly and openly.
By our actions, we create an environment of trust.
Discovery: We embrace creativity and seek new knowledge.
We help each other to identify and solve problems.
We seek personal growth and enable others to do so.
We encourage learning, creativity and new ideas.
MD Anderson employs nearly 20,000 people, including more than 1,600 faculty members. With faculty and staff working in more than 25 buildings in Houston and Central Texas, MD Anderson is one of the largest cancer centers in the world.
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