As a type of immunotherapy, cell therapies enhance the natural abilities of immune cells, such as T cells and natural killer (NK) cells, to detect and eliminate cancer cells at a magnitude the human body could never do alone. Cancer cells can often make themselves invisible to the immune system. Therefore, to better detect cancer cells, we can genetically modify immune cells by adding certain molecules, such as a chimeric antigen receptor (CAR). Cell therapies also can be engineered to enhance their activity against target cells.
Bringing together the top minds in the field, the Institute for Cell Therapy Discovery & Innovation will lead exceptional discovery, translational and clinical research to accelerate the development of new treatments for cancer as well as autoimmune diseases, infections and other conditions. The institute aims to provide safe and effective therapies that will be available “off-the-shelf,” which could improve access and lower treatment costs.
Home to the world’s largest cancer clinical trials program, MD Anderson leverages its tremendous research engine to advance new cell therapy applications safely and quickly. We draw upon expertise in immunology, cancer genomics, drug development, data science and artificial intelligence to translate scientific discoveries into impactful treatments. By gaining new insights in immunology and cell engineering, the institute will fuel the creation of breakthrough therapies that can be readily adapted to address emerging needs.

EDUCATION

Required: Bachelor’s degree in one of the natural sciences or related field.
Preferred: Master’s degree in one of the natural sciences or related field.

EXPERIENCE

Required: Five years of experience in scientific or experimental research work. With preferred degree, three years of required experience.
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. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 171661
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Day/Evening
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 57,500
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 72,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 86,500
• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Soft
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
• Science Jobs: Yes

LI-Onsite

As a type of immunotherapy, cell therapies enhance the natural abilities of immune cells, such as T cells and natural killer (NK) cells, to detect and eliminate cancer cells at a magnitude the human body could never do alone. Cancer cells can often make themselves invisible to the immune system. Therefore, to better detect cancer cells, we can genetically modify immune cells by adding certain molecules, such as a chimeric antigen receptor (CAR). Cell therapies also can be engineered to enhance their activity against target cells.
Bringing together the top minds in the field, the Institute for Cell Therapy Discovery & Innovation will lead exceptional discovery, translational and clinical research to accelerate the development of new treatments for cancer as well as autoimmune diseases, infections and other conditions. The institute aims to provide safe and effective therapies that will be available “off-the-shelf,” which could improve access and lower treatment costs.
Home to the world’s largest cancer clinical trials program, MD Anderson leverages its tremendous research engine to advance new cell therapy applications safely and quickly. We draw upon expertise in immunology, cancer genomics, drug development, data science and artificial intelligence to translate scientific discoveries into impactful treatments. By gaining new insights in immunology and cell engineering, the institute will fuel the creation of breakthrough therapies that can be readily adapted to address emerging needs.

EDUCATION

Required: Bachelor’s degree in one of the natural sciences or related field.
Preferred: Master’s degree in one of the natural sciences or related field.

EXPERIENCE

Required: Five years of experience in scientific or experimental research work. With preferred degree, three years of required experience.
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. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 171661
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Day/Evening
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 57,500
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 72,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 86,500
• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Soft
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
• Science Jobs: Yes

LI-Onsit

1. TECHNICAL LAB DUTIES

• Independently handles clinical samples such human blood, tissue, ascites and maintain in a good cryopreservation condition for future research.
• Develop and review techniques for CyTOF staining and other methods to enhance laboratory operations and assists lab personnel in implementation of new technology.
• Collect data and maintain meticulous records of the lab and research and cryoinventory.
• Perform tissue culture techniques, function study, molecular biology experiments (DNA/RNA/protein); handle mouse experiments such as tumor injection from tumor cell lines and clinical specimen, drug treatment and be able to analyze all data.
• Perform basic histologic techniques on tumor specimens.

1. TECHNICAL LAB DUTIES

• Independently handles clinical samples such human blood, tissue, ascites and maintain in a good cryopreservation condition for future research.
• Develop and review techniques for CyTOF staining and other methods to enhance laboratory operations and assists lab personnel in implementation of new technology.
• Collect data and maintain meticulous records of the lab and research and cryoinventory.
• Perform tissue culture techniques, function study, molecular biology experiments (DNA/RNA/protein); handle mouse experiments such as tumor injection from tumor cell lines and clinical specimen, drug treatment and be able to analyze all data.
• Perform basic histologic techniques on tumor specimens.