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LAYIQ - Research Assistant II - GI Medical Oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center

The primary purpose of this position is to conduct research in the cancer biology of intestinal adenocarcinomas with an emphasis on colorectal cancer, patient-derived xenografts, mechanisms of treatment response and resistance, tumor immunology, immune cell interactions, and immune checkpoint therapy.
Animal Research & Colony Management
Manage mouse colonies with minimal supervision
Perform survival surgeries for implantation of patient-derived tumor fragments and cell lines
Administer drug dosing through oral gavage, intraperitoneal, and subcutaneous techniques
Measure tumor response using calipers and non-invasive imaging methods
Analyze outcomes from efficacy studies
Perform non-survival surgeries for specimen collection and molecular characterization
Conduct necropsies and collect tumor, blood, bone marrow, spleen, and lymph node samples
Extract immune cells from human tumors and mouse tissues
Experimental Research Activities
Conduct cancer biology experiments according to approved research plans
Support molecular characterization of colorectal cancer models
Perform ex vivo treatment studies using collected specimens
Utilize primary tumors, xenograft tumors, cell cultures, and animal models in research projects
Study mechanisms of treatment response and resistance
Investigate immune-related pathways involved in tumor and immune cell interactions
Support research involving immune checkpoint therapies
Documentation & Data Management
Maintain accurate and detailed mouse colony records, including PDX models
Ensure timely entry of research and animal-related data
Verify correct animal identification using ear tags
Report identification discrepancies to the supervisor
Properly label collected tissue samples
Deposit specimens into designated storage locations
Maintain accurate documentation of stored samples and research activities
Data Analysis & Technical Support
Analyze experimental data with minimal supervision
Create plots and visual representations of research findings
Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel skills for data analysis
Use Adobe Photoshop for research-related image processing and presentation support
Communication, Training & Safety
Communicate experimental results and potential issues clearly to supervisors and laboratory personnel
Present findings during laboratory meetings
Review scientific literature and references to support research activities
Develop written experimental procedures and protocols
Prepare concise and accurate methods and results summaries
Assist with training graduate students, fellows, and post-doctoral trainees when needed
Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment
Follow institutional policies and OSHA requirements regarding biohazard and radiation safety
EDUCATION
Required: Bachelor's Degree Basic Science.
Preferred: Master's Degree Basic Science.
Preferred: Medical Degree
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required: One year Scientific or experimental research work experience or n o experience required with preferred degree.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent

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