Senior Research Assistant - Epigenetics & Molecular Carcinogenesis (Ishak Laboratory)
MD Anderson Cancer Center
- Houston, TX
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Perform research or experimental tasks to supply information as part of a research project or laboratory.
- Responsible for planning and executing details of an experiment, including set up, timing (scheduled, staffed, planned), coordination of supplies and equipment at hand, functionality of equipment, trained personnel.
- Evaluate and interpret experimental results.
- Assemble, operate, and troubleshoot equipment.
- Compile/prepare tables and charts.
- Assist with the preparation of grant applications and progress reports.
- Apply background/experience in science, using independent evaluation, judgment and analysis.
- Perform research or experimental tasks in a limited field (niche) or specialty area.
- Master difficult, advanced, skills or technology.
- Develop and revise protocols, procedures, and techniques.
- Introduce/implement new technology.
- Participate in troubleshooting and resolving problems.
- Supervise technicians and oversee their training.
- May oversee educational appointees in their work and assist them as assigned or delegated.
- Assess availability of supplies and advise/recommend purchasing as needed.
- Contribute to the laboratory; assess the need for backup and cover as necessary.
- May have delegated signing authority on routine purchases.
- Perform other duties as assigned.