Research Scientist - Stem Cell Transplantation Research
MD Anderson
Houston, TX
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JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
This role leads and supports advanced stem cell research involving the isolation, culture, and ex vivo expansion of cord blood. The position oversees research quality, manages in vivo studies, and supervises laboratory staff and research assistants. Responsibilities include performing and coordinating benchwork, preparing specimens for flow cytometry, conducting BLI imaging and analysis, and ensuring accurate data reporting. The role also operates and helps adapt laboratory equipment such as flow cytometers, cell sorters, and microscopes, while contributing to scientific publications and presentations.
The ideal candidate will have experience as a Research Scientist in Stem Cell Transplantation Research at MD Anderson Cancer Center.
At MD Anderson, we offer careers built on care, growth, and balance. Our employees enjoy a benefits package designed to support every stage of life, starting on day one.
• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
• Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
• Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
• Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
• Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program
• Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups
Research
• Plans, coordinates, directs, and participates in scientific research projects involving the isolation and culture of stem cells, as well as the ex vivo expansion of cord blood.
• Oversees the quality of outcome reporting and ensures accurate population of databases containing hematopoietic stem cells.
• Actively prepares and submits abstracts and manuscripts related to research outcomes for presentation and peer reviewed publication.
Administrative
• Organizes in vivo studies in collaboration with postdoctoral fellows and supervisors.
• Responsibilities include tracking mouse orders, assigning tasks to research assistants (RAs), and supervising RA activities.
• Performs bench work as needed, including helping to prepare single cell suspensions from various mouse organs for flow cytometry.
• Trains others in bioluminescence imaging (BLI) and performs BLI analysis for the laboratory.
• Expertise in flow cytometry is beneficial but not required.
• Assigns and reviews the work of subordinates, establishes specific goals and objectives, evaluates resulting research data, and revises techniques or approaches as needed to address work related challenges.
• Plans and supervises the training of technicians and other laboratory personnel, ensuring proper laboratory techniques, safe equipment use, and adherence to safety procedures.
Equipment
• Operates flow cytometers, cell sorters, and microscopes in the research laboratory.
• Supervises, designs, develops, or adapts equipment used in experiments or research to achieve desired results.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
Required: Master's Degree Natural sciences or related field.
Preferred: PhD Natural sciences or Medical Degree
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required: Four years Experimental or scientific work or two years Experimental or scientific work with medical degree. No experience required with PhD.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
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: 179137
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Days
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 68,500
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 85,500
- Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 102,500
- FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
- Fund Type: Soft
- Work Location: Onsite
- Pivotal Position: Yes
- Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
- Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
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