Research Assistant II - Mouse Handling

Research Assistant II

The Research Assistant II position in GU Radiation Oncology supports preclinical and translational research within the Division of Radiation Oncology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. The Research Assistant II role provides responsible technical assistance across multiple research projects, with a strong emphasis on mouse colony management, in vivo and in vitro experimentation, data collection, and daily laboratory operations in support of investigator-led studies.

The Research Assistant II position requires independent judgment, strong organizational skills, and frequent collaboration with laboratory and divisional colleagues to advance cancer research efforts.

The ideal candidate for the Research Assistant II position holds a bachelor's degree in a basic science discipline, has at least one year of scientific or experimental research experience, including hands-on animal handling, and demonstrates technical proficiency in laboratory techniques, data documentation, and safety practices, with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team-based research environment.

Salary Range (Annual):
Minimum $45,000 – Midpoint $56,500 – Maximum $68,000 Hourly Equivalent (40-hour work week):
Minimum $21.63 – Midpoint $27.16 – Maximum $32.69

Responsibilities

• Animal Research & Mouse Colony Management
• Laboratory Operations & Safety
• Experimental Techniques & Research Support
• Data Management & Analysis
• Collaboration, Communication & Knowledge Sharing

Education

• Required:
  
  Bachelor's Degree Basic Science.
• Preferred:
  Master's Degree Basic Science.
• Preferred:
  Medical Degree

Work Experience

• Required:
  
  1 year Scientific or experimental research work experience. or
• Required:
  
  No experience required with preferred degree.
• Preferred:
  Experience with animal handling and treatments, willingness to work with mice, and experience with data processing tools including Excel

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, 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.