MD Anderson Cancer Center is hiring a Research Assistant II for the Lymphoma-Myeloma Research Department. In this role, you will support our mission by performing specialized laboratory procedures, managing biospecimen workflows, and contributing to research projects that advance scientific understanding.
What You'll Do
- Maintain and organize myeloma banking samples and research biospecimens
- Process and store biospecimens following protocol requirements
- Coordinate with research nurses to obtain patient blood, bone marrow aspirates, and tumor samples
- Maintain accurate, detailed, and legible laboratory documentation
- Operate laboratory equipment for biospecimen processing and storage
- Review literature and confer with supervisors to update procedures
- Record and evaluate data as assigned
- Perform bone marrow aspirate processing to produce mononuclear cells
- Complete serum extraction, DNA preparation, and RNA extraction
- Conduct PCR, flow cytometry, and ELISA following SOPs
- Prepare samples for single-cell RNA sequencing, including single cell preparation, GEM generation, and cDNA amplification
- Handle small-volume pipetting tasks with accuracy
- Work independently to obtain and process samples consistently and promptly
- Troubleshoot laboratory issues and seek guidance as needed
- Demonstrate full understanding of assigned research projects and protocols
- Present project updates during weekly laboratory meetings
- Maintain organized handwritten and digital records of procedures and protocols
- Participate in SOP quality control reviews and biospecimen inventory checks
- Collaborate with team members and directors to resolve workflow issues
- Communicate effectively with strong written and verbal skills
- Perform additional duties as assigned
What We're Looking For
- A Bachelor's Degree in a Basic Science field
- One year of scientific or experimental research work experience
Nice to Have
- A Master's Degree in a Basic Science field
- A Medical Degree
Technical Stack
- PCR
- Flow cytometry
- ELISA
- Single-cell RNA sequencing
- Serum extraction
- DNA preparation
- RNA extraction
Team & Environment
You will join the Lymphoma-Myeloma Research Department, working collaboratively to support research workflows and advance scientific projects.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range: Minimum $45,000 – Midpoint $56,500 – Maximum $68,000
- Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week
- Optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank
- Paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options
- Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
- Access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups
- Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System
- Voluntary retirement plans
- Employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs
Work Mode
This is an onsite position based in Houston, Texas.
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.
