Research Scientist - Stem Cell Transplantation Research

Overview

The Stem Cell Transplantation team at MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leader in advancing innovative treatments for patients with blood cancers and related disorders. Bringing together world class clinicians, scientists, and translational researchers, the team focuses on improving stem cell transplant outcomes, developing next generation cellular therapies, and expanding access to cutting edge clinical trials. Their collaborative, patient centered approach continues to shape the future of cancer care and drive breakthroughs that offer new hope to patients and families.

• The role leads and supports advanced stem cell research involving the isolation, culture, and ex vivo expansion of cord blood. The position oversees research quality, manages in vivo studies, and supervises laboratory staff and research assistants.
• Performing and coordinating benchwork, preparing specimens for flow cytometry, conducting BLI imaging and analysis, and ensuring accurate data reporting. Operates and helps adapt laboratory equipment such as flow cytometers, cell sorters, and microscopes, while contributing to scientific publications and presentations.

• Ideal candidate will have experience as a Research Scientist in Stem Cell Transplantation Research at MD Anderson Cancer Center.
• Education:
  
  Required:
  
  Master s Degree in Natural sciences or related field. Preferred:
  PhD in Natural sciences or Medical Degree.
• Work Experience:
  
  Required:
  
  Four years experimental or scientific work or two years experimental or scientific work with a medical degree. No experience required with PhD.

• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
• Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
• Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
• Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
• Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program
• Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups

• Organizes in vivo studies in collaboration with postdoctoral fellows and supervisors.
• Responsibilities include tracking mouse orders, assigning tasks to research assistants (RAs), and supervising RA activities.
• Performs bench work as needed, including helping to prepare single cell suspensions from various mouse organs for flow cytometry.
• Trains others in bioluminescence imaging (BLI) and performs BLI analysis for the laboratory.
• Expertise in flow cytometry is beneficial but not required.
• Assigns and reviews the work of subordinates, establishes specific goals and objectives, evaluates resulting research data, and revises techniques or approaches as needed to address work related challenges.
• Plans and supervises the training of technicians and other laboratory personnel, ensuring proper laboratory techniques, safe equipment use, and adherence to safety procedures.

• Operates flow cytometers, cell sorters, and microscopes in the research laboratory.
• Supervises, designs, develops, or adapts equipment used in experiments or research to achieve desired results.

Performs other duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  Required:
  
  Master s Degree in Natural sciences or related field. Preferred:
  PhD in Natural sciences or Medical Degree.
• Work Experience:
  
  Required:
  
  Four years experimental or scientific work or two years experimental or scientific work with a medical degree. No experience required with PhD.

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.

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.

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• Requisition
• Employment Status:
  Full-Time
• Employee Status:
  Regular
• Work Week:
  Days
• Minimum Salary: USD 68,500
• Midpoint Salary: USD 85,500
• Maximum…