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LAYIQ - Research Scientist - Experimental Therapeutics at MD Anderson Cancer Center

CryoEM Research, Data Collection, & Structural Analysis
Plan, organize, and execute cancer-focused structural biology projects using cryogenic electron microscopy (cryoEM) and complementary biochemical and computational approaches.
Develop and optimize cryoEM specimen preparation workflows independently and collaboratively.
Assess samples, prepare grids, perform vitrification, conduct screening, and optimize specimen quality.
Coordinate microscope screening activities and high-throughput cryoEM data collection.
Process single-particle cryoEM datasets using established and emerging methodologies.
Interpret structural results in conjunction with biochemical, biophysical, and functional data.
Maintain accurate experimental records and computational documentation.
Apply current best practices in cryoEM, structural biology, and research data management.
CryoEM Method, Software, & Technology Development
Develop, evaluate, and implement new methods for specimen preparation, data acquisition, image processing, and structural analysis.
Advance approaches for challenging, heterogeneous, dynamic, and transient macromolecular complexes.
Create and maintain Python-based scripts and software tools that improve research workflows.
Design automated computational pipelines to enhance reproducibility, efficiency, and throughput.
Integrate emerging computational technologies and machine learning-enabled approaches into analyses.
Benchmark new technologies and assess their applicability to research programs.
Collaborate with institutional staff, computational scientists, and research partners to implement methodological advances.
Scientific Leadership, Collaboration, & Laboratory Operations
Provide scientific and technical leadership for laboratory personnel, trainees, and collaborators.
Guide cryoEM experimental design, specimen preparation, data collection, image processing, and structural interpretation.
Train and mentor researchers in cryoEM methodologies and reproducible scientific workflows.
Coordinate multidisciplinary projects across the laboratory, Experimental Therapeutics, UT MD Anderson cryoEM resources, and external collaborators.
Communicate findings through figures, manuscripts, reports, presentations, grant submissions, and data or software depositions.
Assist the principal investigator with research project prioritization and planning.
Support the selection, implementation, maintenance, and responsible use of laboratory instrumentation, software, computing resources, and research supplies.
Ensure compliance with institutional requirements related to safety, research integrity, and data security.
Perform other duties as assigned.
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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 or no experience required with PhD.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent

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