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Research Assistant II / Interventional Radiology Research
Mission Statement
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.
Summary
The primary focus of this Research Assistant II position is to aid in the synthesis and characterization (both in vitro and in vivo) of biomaterials, including hydrogels, scaffolds, and multifunctional agents for image-guided therapy. The main projects involve developing injectable bone cements and absorbable medical devices for use in interventional radiology. This position will require knowledge of basic chemistry, biology, data processing and experimental design. Depending on the experience level of the candidate, it will also be possible to assist in operating clinical and experimental imaging scanners (such as CT, MRI, PET/CT, and optical imaging systems). This role will also include some administrative support for educational programs involving graduate and medical students.
1. Participate in scientific research projects under the direction of a professional staff member.
2. Assist in the synthesis of scaffolds, multifunctional nanoparticles (based on gold, SPIO, and polymers), microbubble, liposomes, and micelles.
3. Prepare phantoms for imaging experiments.
4. Process and maintain cell cultures independent of direct hourly oversight.
5. Assist in collecting biological tissue from laboratory rodent
6. Process imaging data and assist in imaging protocol adjustments based on newfound experimental results.
7. Participate and help other lab members to promote ongoing projects in the lab.
8. Compile research data and submit results to superiors for publications, grants or protocols. Application of word processing, spreadsheet software, graphic and statistical programs to create charts, posters and reports of the results.
9. Present findings of research projects to lab members during lab meetings.
10. Attend seminars and read scientific articles related to experiments being executed.
11. Train visitor scientists and students in research procedures and in the use of laboratory equipment.
12. Diligence, willingness to learn and to help others in the implementation of new techniques.
13. Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education
Required: Bachelor's degree in chemistry, pharmaceutical science, chemical engineering, or one of the basic sciences.
Preferred: Master’s degree with major in chemistry, chemical engineering, or pharmaceutical science
Experience
Required: None
Preferred: Prior experience with scientific or experimental research work. Prior experience with nanoparticle fabrication, in vitro and in vivo imaging
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
