Research Assistant II GU Medical Oncology
Listed on 2026-09-05
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Research/Development
Clinical Research, Research Assistant/Associate, Research Scientist
UT Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Research Assistant II role supports translational and clinical research efforts focused on advanced prostate cancer through the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of complex research data. The Research Assistant II works closely with research investigators to advance scientific discovery and improve outcomes for individuals affected by cancer.
Within GU Medical Oncology, the Research Assistant II contributes to prospective clinical trials and retrospective studies, supports detailed clinical annotation activities, and maintains critical research datasets. The Research Assistant II is expected to work independently, apply advanced research techniques, and actively contribute to scientific projects that align with UT MD Anderson's mission.
The ideal candidate will Bachelor's, Master's, or higher degree in a basic science discipline with a strong foundation in scientific research principles and methodologies. Demonstrated experience in research documentation, data management, and basic statistical analysis. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Graph Pad Prism, and other research-related software is preferred. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and critical thinking skills, excellent verbal and written communication abilities, and a capacity for innovative problem-solving.
KEYFUNCTIONS:
- Conduct of prospective and retrospective research projects
- Manage data collection and entry; perform statistical analysis and create publication-ready tables, figures, and graphs
- Comprehensive ability in EPIC, OnCore, and Red Cap
- Proposal/manuscript/abstract writing
- Scientific abstract and poster preparation
- Manuscript submission
- Must be able to communicate results to and understand instructions from project leader, supervisor and principal investigator.
- Clear and accurate communication in English both face-to-face and over the telephone/Zoom is required
- Provide oral progress reports in an organized, consistent manner using scientific slides.
- A willingness to cooperate with other staff, students, fellows and visitors is essential.
- A willingness to train and instruct staff, students, fellows and visitors.
- Must possess flexibility and have the ability to learn and establish novel techniques and protocols for new research lines.
- Independently reads and understands scientific literature for application to ongoing research.
- Must possess flexibility and have the ability to learn and establish novel workflows and protocols for new research lines.
- Manage, record, update inventories (digital and written databases)
- Request tissues samples as needed in a timely fashion
- Must work with other program members to ensure the consistent flow of work
- Perform research tasks assigned by supervisor/lab manager
- Collaborate and conduct work on various program projects when necessary
- Must be able to learn and use software related to data acquisition, image analysis and presentation
6.Other duties as assigned.
Required:
Bachelor's Degree Basic Science. Preferred:
Master's Degree Basic Science or Medical Degree
Required:
One year scientific or experimental research work experience. With preferred degree, no experience.
Preferred:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Graph Pad Prism, and other research-related software. Demonstrated experience in research documentation, data management, and basic statistical analysis.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition…
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