Seasonal Hire-CTCR- The Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine

Texas Medical Center-Houston, Texas Category Research Job Id 250000FZ On-Site
JOB DESCRIPTION

Seasonal hire/temporary hire.

Part time

Preparation of plasmids; purification of proteins; culturing of mammalian cells; determination of cytotoxic activity of drug candidates. Prefer: B.S. degree candidate in the field of biology, biochemistry, or cell biology. 

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  • 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! 

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Position Summary:

Position Key Accountabilities:


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 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.

Residency Requirement:

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


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