This is a Temporary Status position.  IMM-Center for Translational Cancer Research. 

This position will learn aseptic techniques and maintain cell lines. They will also observe and learn how to perform pharmacology assays using those cells and perform data entry and analysis. They will develop presentation skills to share their findings with the group in lab meetings. Finally, they will attend seminars and conduct literature searches to strengthen their breadth of knowledge in cancer research.

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:  

100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees   Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)  The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!  Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)  Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! 

We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... 

Free financial and legal counseling  Free mental health counseling services  Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs  Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.  Resources for child and elder care  Plus many more! 

Position Summary:

Position Key Accountabilities:

Minimum Education:

None

Individuals must be a minimum age of 16 years.

High School diploma or equivalent, preferred.

None

Individuals must be a minimum age of 16 years.

Minimum Experience:

None

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently, and/or up to 5 pounds constantly to move objects.  This position may include work involving potentially hazardous chemical, biological or radioactive agents.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.