Komen Graduate Training Program UT MDACC
Xenopus Research Scientist
Komen Graduate Training Program UT MDACC, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
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Plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and participates in scientific research projects. Determines specific goals or objectives to be attained, evaluates resulting research data, and revises techniques or approaches to resolve problems and advance the project. Applies considerable scientific knowledge and experience in advancing the aims of the project. Presents findings and writes articles for publication. Expertise and Specialization
Provides highly specialized skills, knowledge, and/or expertise essential to the success of the project. Supervises the design, development, or adaptation of equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results. Develops innovative new approaches and/or new technology. Plans and supervises the training of technicians and other laboratory personnel with respect to proper laboratory techniques, equipment use, and safety procedures. Laboratory Organization
Oversees and supervises projects. Assigns/reviews work of subordinates on projects. Represents the lab at conferences and meetings. Reviews scientific findings/articles. Compiles, writes, and submits reports to superiors. Writes grant proposals. May monitor project spending. Education and Experience
Required: Masters degree in one of the natural sciences or related field. Preferred: Medical degree or PhD in one of the natural sciences or related field. Required: Four years of experience in experimental or scientific work. With PhD, no experience required. With Medical degree, two years of experience in experimental or scientific work. Preferred: Experience with Xenopus cell-free extracts, cell imaging, DNA metabolism, proteomics. Department and Research Focus
The Department of Epigenetics and Molecular Carcinogenesis is an interdisciplinary, basic science research department conducting research on mechanisms controlling normal cell growth, genome maintenance, and cancer. The laboratory of Dr. Jean Gautier studies genome stability using Xenopus laevis egg cell-free extracts along with cultured normal and tumor cells and mouse models. Techniques include biochemistry, proteomics, live-cell imaging, super-resolution microscopy, Hi-C, and genome-wide translocation sequencing. Compensation and Benefits
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers benefits including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and recognition programs. Additional Information
Requisition ID: 176626 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: USD 68,500 Midpoint Salary: USD 85,500 Maximum Salary: 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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Join to apply for the
Xenopus Research Scientist
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Komen Graduate Training Program UT MDACC . Responsibilities
Plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and participates in scientific research projects. Determines specific goals or objectives to be attained, evaluates resulting research data, and revises techniques or approaches to resolve problems and advance the project. Applies considerable scientific knowledge and experience in advancing the aims of the project. Presents findings and writes articles for publication. Expertise and Specialization
Provides highly specialized skills, knowledge, and/or expertise essential to the success of the project. Supervises the design, development, or adaptation of equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results. Develops innovative new approaches and/or new technology. Plans and supervises the training of technicians and other laboratory personnel with respect to proper laboratory techniques, equipment use, and safety procedures. Laboratory Organization
Oversees and supervises projects. Assigns/reviews work of subordinates on projects. Represents the lab at conferences and meetings. Reviews scientific findings/articles. Compiles, writes, and submits reports to superiors. Writes grant proposals. May monitor project spending. Education and Experience
Required: Masters degree in one of the natural sciences or related field. Preferred: Medical degree or PhD in one of the natural sciences or related field. Required: Four years of experience in experimental or scientific work. With PhD, no experience required. With Medical degree, two years of experience in experimental or scientific work. Preferred: Experience with Xenopus cell-free extracts, cell imaging, DNA metabolism, proteomics. Department and Research Focus
The Department of Epigenetics and Molecular Carcinogenesis is an interdisciplinary, basic science research department conducting research on mechanisms controlling normal cell growth, genome maintenance, and cancer. The laboratory of Dr. Jean Gautier studies genome stability using Xenopus laevis egg cell-free extracts along with cultured normal and tumor cells and mouse models. Techniques include biochemistry, proteomics, live-cell imaging, super-resolution microscopy, Hi-C, and genome-wide translocation sequencing. Compensation and Benefits
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers benefits including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and recognition programs. Additional Information
Requisition ID: 176626 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: USD 68,500 Midpoint Salary: USD 85,500 Maximum Salary: 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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