The primary purpose of the Research Assistant I position is to provide technical assistance in carrying out various research projects within an assigned laboratory in the Department of Comparative Medicine. The Research Assistant I provides research support to projects in animal areas as needed. This Research Assistant I may be subject to working in biocontainment areas requiring compliance with specific protocols. Initial and job-specific training will be provided to ensure successful performance in this role and compliance with all laboratory, safety, and regulatory requirements. The ideal Research Assistant I will have a bachelor's degree in a basic science and laboratory experience is preferred. Excellent written and verbal skills and the ability to work independently as part of the a multidisciplinary team are required. The typical work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., onsite. Hourly salary range: Minimum $18.99 - Midpoint $23.80 - Maximum $28.61 What's in it for you: - Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30 hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance. - Accruals for Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB), plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options. - Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups. - Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs. Key Functions. Cell and Tissue Culture Support - Process and maintain cell cultures as directed. - Process samples for analysis utilizing bench top assays such as Elispot, Cytokine bead assay, flow cytometry and cell sorting, PCR and other common research modalities. - Assist with collection of biological samples, infected blood and tissue and virus. Research Support - Conducts experiments and carries out research projects. - Assist in performing special procedures as directed, using equipment in the Basic Research Laboratory. - Retrieve electronic and hard-copy records and case files as directed. - Perform research-related data compilation and analysis using spreadsheets or other data analysis systems. - Process, perform, or submit for testing on various samples as directed. - Obtain references/articles from on-line databases. - Miscellaneous laboratory and research duties as assigned. - Duties may involve the handling of laboratory animals. Laboratory Organization and Compliance - Perform quality control (QC) on research and study records. - Gather and/or organize stored research-related data and samples as requested. EDUCATION - Required: Bachelor's Degree Basic Science. WORK EXPERIENCE - Required: None. Preferred: Experience with a MD Anderson research laboratory. 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.