Research Assistant, The Michale E. Keeling Center for Comparative Medicine and Research, Bastrop, Texas
Susan Pavonetti
Research Assistant I - Comparative Medicine, Requisition #: 144983
This position is located at The Michale E. Keeling Center for
Comparative Medicine and Research in Bastrop, Texas.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to
eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding
programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through
education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals,
employees and the public.
SUMMARY
The primary purpose of the Research Assistant I position is to provide technical assistance in carrying out various behaviorally-oriented and neurobiological research projects utilizing the primate colonies within the Department of Comparative Medicine. This position may be subject to working in biocontainment areas requiring compliance with specific protocols.
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
Behavioral Research
Individual will help coordinate, collect and
conduct behavioral and cognition research, by processing data from activities
involving the observation, testing, and imaging. The data will come from animal
behavioral observations, systematic automatic testing systems, treatment
sheets, neurobiological measures, and other records.
Will assist with behavioral management protocols and support other studies.
Will be able to identify animals and target behaviors.
Data Collection, Organization & Dissemination
Duties will include computerized recording of
data, verifying data entry, and helping to organize and process reports.
Organize files and data manually and on the computer.
Prepare preliminary drafts of specific sections of manuscripts, primarily
methods sections.
Disseminate data from conducted studies.
Co-author and/or present papers and posters at regional, national, and
international scientific meetings.
Other Animal/Behavioral Support
Work to achieve Sectional goals.
Work with other members of the Section of Primate Behavior and Environmental
Enrichment to improve the research, behavioral management, and animal
healthcare programs.
Work with students/visitors/interns/residents.
Assist with workshops and making hallway displays.
Attend sectional meetings.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor’s degree with major course works
in one of the basic sciences.
Preferred Education: None.
Certification: None.
Preferred Certification: None.
Experience: None.
Preferred Experience: One year of experience conducting basic or
applied research involving animal models. Experience with primate
behavior and experience with study management. Excellent written and
verbal skills and the ability to work independently as part of a
multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of Microsoft Office,
observational/statistical software, and programming in Python are highly
desirable.
Additional Information:
· Requisition ID: 144983
· Employment Status: Full-Time
· Employee Status: Regular
· FLSA: non-exempt, eligible for overtime, and is subject to the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
· Work Week: Days
· Remote Work: Onsite
· Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 31,200
· Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 39,000
· Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 46,800
Please visit www.mdanderson.org to apply.
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