Research Assistant II
Job in
Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77007, USA
Listed on 2026-08-30
Listing for:
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-30
Job specializations:
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Research/Development
Research Assistant/Associate, Research Scientist, Clinical Research, Biomedical Science
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Research Assistant II provides technical and coordination skills in carrying out various research projects. Responsibilities include conducting experiments, assembling and operating laboratory equipment, preparing complex human and animal samples, evaluating data, and contributing to research focused on cancer metabolic pathways, novel therapies, and early detection biomarkers.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a basic science field, with a Master's degree or Medical Degree preferred. Candidates with experience in scientific or experimental research and expertise in immunoassays, ELISA, and mass spectrometry are highly preferred. A strong background in laboratory techniques, sample analysis, and collaborative research environments will support success in this role.
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* Why Us?
* At UT MD Anderson, this role directly supports groundbreaking cancer prevention and translational research that advances scientific discovery and improves patient outcomes. The position offers opportunities to collaborate with leading researchers, develop advanced laboratory expertise, contribute to impactful cancer research initiatives, and grow professionally within a highly collaborative environment that values innovation, work-life balance, and continuous learning.
- Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
- Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
- Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
* Responsibilities
* * Coordinates and Conducts Research Experiments* - Coordinate and conduct experiments and carry out research projects across biomedical and related basic science areas, including cancer research.
- Perform laboratory assays using established techniques such as animal models, cell culture and transfection, Western blotting, RT-PCR analysis, and flow cytometry.
- Test plasma samples in accordance with validated protocols and study requirements.
- Test cell line samples in accordance with validated protocols and study requirements.
- Test tumor samples in accordance with validated protocols and study requirements.
* Operates Laboratory Equipment *- Construct laboratory apparatus necessary for experimental procedures.
- Assemble laboratory equipment necessary for experimental procedures.
- Operate laboratory apparatus and equipment necessary for experimental procedures.
- Maintain laboratory apparatus and equipment required to support experimental procedures.
- Prepare reagents to support ongoing research activities.
- Prepare stock solutions to support laboratory operations and research studies.
- Prepare buffers required for laboratory assays and testing procedures.
- Ensure laboratory supplies are available to support ongoing research activities.
* Reviews and Modifies Research Procedures *- Review scientific literature to identify new or revised research procedures.
- Confer with faculty regarding updates to research methodologies and protocols.
- Confer with senior researchers regarding new or revised research procedures.
- Assist with developing standard operating procedures to meet project needs.
- Assist with validating standard operating procedures to ensure research quality and compliance.
- Assist with modifying standard operating procedures to support evolving project requirements.
* Records and Evaluates Data* - Accurately record experimental procedures in accordance with requested methods, SOPs, and research standards.
- Accurately record experimental results…
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