Research Scientist - Pathology

MD Anderson Cancer Center • Houston, TX • 1d ago

The Department of Translational Molecular Pathology (TMP) is at the forefront of precision oncology, integrating advanced molecular diagnostics, immunoprofiling, and digital pathology to accelerate the translation of discovery science into meaningful clinical impact. TMP supports large-scale institutional initiatives, including the APOLLO Moon Shot platform, by generating high-quality pathology-driven insights that advance cancer research across disease sites.

As a Research Scientist, you will lead and contribute to innovative translational research projects spanning multiple cancer @types, with a strong emphasis on cancer immunoprofiling and digital pathology image analysis. This role partners closely with principal investigators, pathologists, and multidisciplinary collaborators to bridge human and mouse model research, perform histopathologic review of fresh frozen and FFPE specimens, and optimize biospecimen collection and processing. You will play a key role in data analysis, manuscript and grant preparation, and the development of scalable systems for managing and reporting complex research data.

In addition, this position provides scientific and operational leadership within the laboratory, including training and supervising technical staff, coordinating pathology efforts across disease site committees, and serving as an immunology liaison to institutional collaborators. Your contributions will directly support high-impact research programs and help shape the future direction of translational pathology initiatives.

MD Anderson offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including paid medical benefits, generous paid time off, retirement programs, and robust professional development opportunities, supporting both career advancement and long-term work-life balance.

The ideal candidate will have an Medical Degree with pathology experience

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Lab-Specific Technicality *Lab-Specific Technicality

Develop and perform scientific research projects for all @types of cancer, cancer immunoprofiling and digital pathology. Provide technical expertise in immunoprofiling studies and digital pathology image analysis.

Helping with a scientific approach when bridging the gap from human to mouse models.

Histopathologic review of fresh frozen and FFPE tumor and normal samples from different @types of solid tumors, their quality assessment and participation as a research pathologist with our APOLLO Moon Shot platform for the optimal collection and processing of human biospecimens.

Reviewing slides and images for novel and interesting comparisons and identifying potential areas for further development

Data Analysis and Management

Create scientific content for digital pathology for immunoprofiling analysis protocols involving human and mouse tissue specimens, and respond to contingencies, revisions, etc. as needed.

Assist the PI in data analysis, preparation of manuscripts and grant applications.

Data analysis and reports for APOLLO and TMP, creating a system to manage data and reporting

Laboratory Supervision

Plan and supervise the training of technicians and other laboratory personnel with respect to proper laboratory techniques, the use of laboratory equipment and safety procedures.

Build a team of pathologists that will respond to emerging objectives of the TMP-IL in particular, and those of key collaborators.

Participate in group meetings and coordinate pathology work with disease site committee pathologists.

Research Administration

Compiles, writes and submits reports to PI to be submitted to various requestors.

Participate in group meetings and coordinate pathology work with disease site committee pathologists.

Serve as immunology liaison to key collaborators and other disease site committees.

Required:

Master's Degree in Natural sciences or related field

Preferred:

PhD in Natural sciences OR

Medical Degree

Work Experience

Required:

4 years of experimental or scientific work OR

2 years of experimental or scientific work with a medical degree OR

No experience required with a PhD

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/ut-retirement-program/voluntary-retirement-programs, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

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: 178567

Employment Status: Full-Time

Employee Status: Regular

Work Week: Days

Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 68,500

Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 85,500

Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 102,500

FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay

Fund Type: Soft

Work Location: Onsite

Pivotal Position: Yes

Referral Bonus Available?: Yes

Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

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