Qureos Mentor

Texas Tech University

Major/Essential Functions
 
Conduct western blotting, ELISA, and immunoprecipitation assays to study drug–target engagement and pathway inhibition. Perform RNA/protein isolation, qRT-PCR, cloning, mutagenesis, and transient/stable gene manipulation in cancer cell lines. Culture 2D and 3D cancer spheroid models, including lentiviral/siRNA-mediated knockdowns and drug synergy studies.
 Conduct immunofluorescence staining and digital imaging using confocal microscopy to assess subcellular localization and phenotypic markers.
 Perform live-cell imaging and apoptotic/mitotic readouts (Annexin V, TUNEL, Ki-67, H2AX, etc.).
 Assist in establishing xenograft, syngeneic, and orthotopic tumor models for breast, ovarian, pancreatic, and glioma studies. Conduct drug administration (IP/SC/PO), tumor measurement, survival tracking, necropsy, tissue collection, and histological preparation. Support pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) sample processing and biomarker evaluation.
 Maintain cell line inventory, animal colony genotyping, reagent preparation, and equipment calibration. Guide junior lab members in standard operating procedures and contribute to manuscript and figure preparation. Uphold lab safety, IACUC, and biosafety protocols.
 Remains current with all licensure, certifications and mandatory compliances and trainings required of this position.
 Adhere to all policies, procedures and practices (Regents Rules, TTUS, HSECEP OPs, etc.).
 Personally demonstrate, display, and act in accordance with TTUHSCEP’s values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement and Teamwork). Actively promote and encourage staff across the institution.
 Performs all other duties as assigned.
 
Required Qualifications
 
Bachelor's degree in one of the sciences, or equivalent combination (4 years) of job-related experience and college education.
 Experience may be substituted for college education on a year for year basis.
 
Preferred Qualifications
 
Laboratory experience, ideally in a translational oncology or therapeutic development setting.
 Proficiency in mammalian cell culture, western blotting, nucleic acid analysis, and fluorescence microscopy.
 Willingness and eligibility to work with mouse tumor models and BSL-2 viral vectors.
 Experience with targeted therapy or drug resistance models (e.g., GR antagonists, Midkine inhibitors, LIFR pathway).
 Familiarity with survival surgery for PDX or syngeneic tumor implantation and IVIS/bioluminescence imaging.
 Skilled in scientific software (ImageJ/Fiji, GraphPad Prism, Adobe Illustrator, FlowJo).
 Strong organizational and data management skills with attention to reproducibility and rigor.
 
EEO Statement
 
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
 
Jeanne Clery Act
 
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx
 
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
 
Yes
 
Are select agents used in this laboratory?
 
Yes
 
Required Attachments
 
Cover Letter, Resume / CV, Transcript
 
Job Type
 
Full Time
 
Pay Basis
 
Hourly
 
Minimum Hire Rate
 
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications
 
Pay Statement
 
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.
 
Travel Required
 
None
 
Shift
 
Day
 
Grant Funded?
 
Yes
 
Job Group
 
Research Technicians

Medical Research Tech III

Major/Essential Functions
 
Work in the outpatient clinic.
 Provide inpatient service at UMC Children's Hospital.
 Train pediatric residents and teach medical students.
 Support the clinical and academic mission of this well-established Division of Endocrinology at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.
 Participate in a positive work environment that encourages communication, trust, teamwork, and professional growth.
 
Required Qualifications
 
MD/DO/MBBS
 Completed, or in process of completing, a Fellowship in Pediatric Endocrinology.
 Board Eligible, or in the process of completing training, in Pediatric Endocrinology.
 Ability to obtain a Texas Medical License.
 
Preferred Qualifications
 
Board Certification in Pediatric Endocrinology.
 Active Texas License.
 
Required Attachments
 
Resume / CV
 
Benefits
 
TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:
 Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
 Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
 Retirement Plans
 Wellness Programs
 Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace
 Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.
 
Job Type
 
Full Time
 
Pay Basis
 
Monthly
 
Pay Grade Minimum
 
Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills
 
Pay Grade Maximum
 
Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills
 
Pay Statement
 
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.
 
Grant Funded?
 
No
 
Shift
 
Day
 
Travel Required
 
None
 
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
 
No
 
EEO Statement
 
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
 
Jeanne Clery Act
 
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.

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Asst/Assoc/Prof - Pediatric Endocrinology