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Summary

The primary function of the Sr. Research Scientist is to provide technical expertise and experience to plan, design, coordinate, supervise and carry out research projects in the laboratory of Dr. Jlenia Guarnerio in the Department of Genetics. The Guarnerio laboratory studies the role of the tumor microenvironment in promoting tumor growth and therapy resistance. Ideal candidate will have a proficient skill set in cell culture, RNA biology, molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, flow cytometry, mouse modeling and data analysis.

Key Functions

Research Activities

· Plans, designs, organizes, coordinates, directs and participates in scientific research projects.

· Collects, analyzes, and evaluates research data using appropriate software applications. Interprets data with knowledge and experience for hypothesis and model suggestion.

· Troubleshoots experiments, improves research methods and revises approaches to advance lab projects.

· Follows lab protocols and maintains accurate and detailed records of experimental data and procedures.

· Learns, develops and establishes new techniques and/or new approaches that are required for lab research.

· Learns, develops and establishes new cell and molecular biology assays to enhance research efforts.

· Compiles, writes and submits reports to Principal Investigator. Providing main contribution in writing scientific papers and assist the Principal Investigator in writing grants.

· Presents at scientific meetings and conferences.

· Shows an ability to work under pressure and deal with changing priorities to meet timelines.

· Publications of scientific papers as first-author is expected for this position.

Laboratory Management, Organization and Collaboration

· Maintains workflows and ensures the quality and integrity of experimental procedures and data of the laboratory.

· Supervises the use of laboratory equipment and implements safety procedures.

· Plans and conducts the training of staffs, students and postdoctoral fellows for the research knowledge and techniques of the lab.

· Communicates and collaborates with staffs and investigators on research projects inside and outside of MD Anderson.

· Maintains good working relationships with co-workers and other researchers. Collaborative attitude and ability to work in a team-based environment is crucial for this position.

Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION

Required: Master's degree in one of the natural sciences or related field.

Preferred: Medical degree or PhD in one of the natural sciences or related field.

EXPERIENCE

Required: Six years experience in experimental or scientific work. With PhD or Medical degree, three years experience in experimental or scientific work.

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. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 168676

• Employment Status: Full-Time

• Employee Status: Regular

• Work Week: Days

• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 77,500

• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 97,000

• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 116,500

• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay

• Fund Type: Soft

• Work Location: Onsite

• Pivotal Position: Yes

• Referral Bonus Available?: No

• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

• Science Jobs: Yes

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