Recurrent Staff Employee
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Extended Job Title
Recurrent Staff Employee
Org Level 1
Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr
Org Level 7
513001 - Pedi Administration Lbk Genl
Position Description
A job involving an appointment for infrequent temporary work where the employee is called in as needed.
Requisition ID
39522BR
Travel Required
None
Pay Grade Maximum
Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.
Major/Essential Functions
Position Overview:

Dr. Koneru's lab at the TTUHSC Cancer Center is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented part-time Research Associate to join our team. Our research focuses on investigating cancer therapeutic strategies, with an emphasis on in vitro and in vivo models, and exploring molecular biology mechanisms to identify novel therapeutic vulnerabilities in pediatric solid tumors. This role is ideal for a candidate with strong skills in molecular biology and experience in biomedical research who is seeking a flexible schedule while contributing to impactful translational science.


Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct in vitro studies using cancer cell lines to evaluate drug efficacy, including cell viability, apoptosis, and clonogenic assays.
• Perform in vivo studies in mouse models, including xenograft establishment, drug administration, and monitoring tumor growth.
• Apply molecular biology techniques such as PCR, qRT-PCR, Western blotting, RNA/DNA extraction, and CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing to study mechanisms of cancer therapy.
• Design, execute, and analyze experiments independently while maintaining detailed experimental records.
• Collaborate with other lab members on ongoing projects and assist in troubleshooting experimental challenges.
• Prepare data for presentations, publications, and grant proposals.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and ethical guidelines for research.

 
Grant Funded?
Yes
Pay Grade Minimum
Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.
Pay Basis
Hourly
Work Location
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications
 

• Demonstrated experience in in vitro cancer studies, including handling cell cultures and therapeutic screening.
• Proficiency in molecular biology techniques such as PCR, Western blotting, and gene editing.
• Hands-on experience in conducting in vivo studies with small animal models is highly desirable.

Campus
HSC - Lubbock
Department
Pedi Administration Lbk Genl
Required Attachments
Resume / CV
Job Type
Part Time
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.
Job Group
Seasonal and Temporary
Shift
Day
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Required Qualifications

• PhD in Molecular Biology, Biomedical sciences, or a related field.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?
Yes
Are select agents used in this laboratory?
Yes
Jeanne Clery Act
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