UT Health Science Center at Houston

Seeking a detail-oriented, organized and reliable research assistant to contribute to research related to cancer biology, immune-oncology, and new drug development (chemical compounds or therapeutic antibody). Primary activities will include carrying out experiments needed for research projects (which can lead to first-authored or co-authored papers), breeding and testing transgenic mice, lab ordering and supply stocking. Excellent communication and organizational skills are required.

• Under close supervision or senior research staff, leads independent research projects or facilitates others’ projects. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices. Conducts research activities according to research protocol. Research activities may include some or all of the following: traditional laboratory experiments and activities, screening and/or animal laboratories.
• May maintain clean laboratory equipment and/or work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
• Collects, evaluates, and interprets research data to provide needed information to principal investigators and other researchers. Updates notebooks, records, and databases as needed.
• Stays abreast of new and updated protocols for research department.
• Orders laboratory and/or other supplies as directed by senior research staff or principal investigators.
• May coordinate the work of laboratory technicians and assistants to ensure efficient, timely and high-quality results.
• Compliant with all governmental and University policies, rules, regulations, and codes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Previous experiences with animal handling and cell culture are preferred. The successful candidate will maintain timely and accurate laboratory records and coordinate with other lab members to ensure efficient, timely and high-quality results.