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Institute Associate Scientist III, In Vivo Pharmacology
Job Number:
38804920
Company Name:
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Job Location:
Houston, TX US
Job Categories:
Research Healthcare & Medical
Institute Associate Scientist III, In Vivo Pharmacology
Institute Associate Scientist III, In Vivo Pharmacology Job Category: Research Sub Category: Research Department: Applied Cancer Science Inst Salary: Employment Status: Full Time Work Week: Mon-Fri Shift: Days
KEY FUNCTIONS
1. Under minimal supervision, helps establish and validate mechanistic and functional cell based studies for evaluating novel therapeutic targets. 2. Independently designs and utilizes novel in vivo xenograft and allograft models. 3. Doses animals and analyzes the outcome of pharmacokinetic, pharmacodynamic and efficacy studies. 4. Performs survival and non-survival animal surgeries for specimen collection and characterization. 5. Utilizes non-invasive imaging. 6. Assists in utilization of in vivo models. 7. Contributes to project team.
CORE COMPETENCIES
1. Self Motivation (Transitional): Set high standards of performance; pursue goals with energy and persistence; drive for results and achievement. 'X Demonstrate a personal sense of urgency in getting results. Use personal and management standards to complete assignments. 'X Seek to influence standards with proven business practices. Improve own performance by making specific changes in system or work methods.
2. Technical/Functional Expertise (Independent Contributor): Demonstrate technical proficiency required to do the job; possess up-to-date knowledge in the profession; provide technical expertise to others. 'X Apply basic technical/functional knowledge to complete work. Meet essential position requirements. 'X Seek experiences and knowledge in technical/functional areas to gain additional expertise. Troubleshoot systems/processes effectively.
3. Analytical Thinking (Independent Contributor): Gather relevant information systematically; break down problems into simple components; make sound decisions. 'X Recognize simple cause and effect relationships. Diagnose problems by breaking them down into simple tasks or activities. 'X Identify relationships among a few parts of a problem. Scan own knowledge and experience base to determine potential solutions.
4. Team with Others (Independent Contributor): Encourage collaboration and input from all team members; value the contributions of all team members, and those beyond team; balance individual and team goals. 'X Support and show respect to team members. Recognize how individual actions affect the team. 'X Model team qualities, i.e. respect helpfulness and coping. Support team decisions once they are made and help to implement. EDUCATION
Required: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, enzymology, pharmacology, chemistry or related field from an accredited university Preferred: Masters degree in one of the sciences.
EXPERIENCE
Required: With Bachelor's degree, three years of relevant research experience in lab. With Master's degree, at least one year of same experience. Preferred: 1. In vivo pharmacology experience including animal handling, dosing, and conducting drug PK/PD and efficacy studies with mice is required. 2. Experience with in vivo models including subcutaneous and orthotopic xenografts or genetically engineered models of cancer. 3. Experience maintaining cell lines in tissue culture, preparing reagents and dosing solutions. 4. Hands-on experience administering test agents by gavage or intravenous and intraperitoneal injections required. 5. Ability to perform tumor measurements is essential. 6. Must have prior experience with minor animal survival and non-survival surgery for specimen collection and characterization. 7. Experience with in vivo imaging modalities and the evaluation of tissues and biological fluids for molecular and/or biochemical endpoints are desired. 8. The position requires a highly self-motivated individual, with outstanding organizational skills, the ability to effectively present results and conclusions to co-workers, collaborators and manager. Ability to work well under pressure and drive personal and team objectives that impact critical timelines is expected. A collaborative attitude is essential for this position.
