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Research Assistant I

The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

The primary purpose of the Research Assistant I position is to provide technical assistance in carrying out various research projects and impacting efficient functioning of research activities.

Key Functions

1. Assists with research projects Radiation Oncology

2. Prepares and conducts tissue collection in accordance with established protocols

3. Operates laboratory apparatus and equipment

4. Documents and maintains record of data and findings in accordance with the methods requested

5. Clinical data tabulation and analysis

6. Report generation of collected datasets

7. Patient immobilization for research imaging

8. Research clinical data acquisition in accordance with established protocols

9. Patient reported outcome collection in accordance with established protocols

10. Dose-toxicity collection and report generation

11. Scheduling and coordination of patient research clinical treatment, procedures, and the creation and maintenance of research records in accordance with established protocols

12. Working with research animals (e.g. mice) in accordance with established protocols

Working Conditions

This position requires:








Working in Office Environment

______ No

___X__ Yes




Working in Patient Care Unit (e.g. Nursing unit; outpatient clinic)

X No

______ Yes




Exposure to human/animal blood, body fluids, or tissues

______ No


X Yes




Exposure to harmful chemicals

______ No

X Yes




Exposure to radiation

______ No

X Yes




Exposure to animals

______ No

X Yes



Physical Demands

Indicate the time required to do each of the following physical demands:



Time Spent


Never

0%

Occasionally

1-33%

Frequently

34-66%

Continuously

67-100%



Standing










Walking










Sitting










Reaching










Lifting/Carrying




Up to 10 lbs












10lbs to 50 lbs












More than 50 lbs










Pushing/Pulling




Up to 10 lbs












10lbs to 50 lbs












More than 50 lbs










Use computer/keyboard











Education
Required: Bachelor's degree, major course work in one of the basic sciences.

Experience
Required: No experience.

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: 154163
  • Employment Status: Full-Time
  • Employee Status: Regular
  • Work Week: Days
  • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 30,400
  • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 38,000
  • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 45,600
  • FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
  • Fund Type: Soft
  • Work Location: Onsite
  • Pivotal Position: Yes
  • Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
  • Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
  • Science Jobs: Yes

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The mission of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate ...

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April 13, 2023

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