Research Intern - Abdominal Imaging Department
- Requisition #: 600796-202604071112
- Department: Abdominal Imaging Department
- Location: Houston, TX
- Posted Date: 4/1/2026
We are seeking a highly motivated Research Intern with a background in biological sciences to work in the Department of Abdominal Imaging at MD Anderson Cancer Center. The intern will participate in imaging biomarker research projects focused on MRI, CT, radiomics, and tumor response assessment in patients with cancer.
The research intern will assist with retrospective and prospective imaging studies to identify and validate imaging biomarkers that may improve diagnosis, prognosis, and assessment of treatment response. Responsibilities may include collection and organization of imaging and clinical data, image review and annotation, extraction of quantitative imaging features, support for radiomics-based projects, assistance with RECIST and other response assessment methods, and collaboration with radiologists and research staff on data interpretation, abstract development, and manuscript preparation. This position provides exposure to translational imaging research and to the growing role of quantitative imaging biomarkers in precision oncology.
All duties and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. Learn the principles of imaging biomarkers in oncologic imaging, including their use in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment response assessment.
2. Gain experience with MRI- and CT-based imaging research workflows, including image review, annotation, and data organization.
3. Understand the basics of radiomics, including quantitative image feature extraction and correlation with clinical outcomes.
4. Develop familiarity with response assessment methods such as RECIST and other imaging-based treatment response criteria.
5. Participate in multidisciplinary imaging research involving radiologists, clinicians, and research staff.
6. Build skills in scientific communication through data presentation, abstract preparation, and manuscript support.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate will have recently (within one year) been awarded a bachelor's or master's degree in the biological sciences or a related field. Prior research experience is preferred but not required.
POSITION INFORMATION
Offsite work arrangements are subject to approval and may be modified or revoked at any time based on business needs, performance considerations, or regulatory requirements.
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
The research intern will assist with retrospective and prospective imaging studies to identify and validate imaging biomarkers that may improve diagnosis, prognosis, and assessment of treatment response. Responsibilities may include collection and organization of imaging and clinical data, image review and annotation, extraction of quantitative imaging features, support for radiomics-based projects, assistance with RECIST and other response assessment methods, and collaboration with radiologists and research staff on data interpretation, abstract development, and manuscript preparation. This position provides exposure to translational imaging research and to the growing role of quantitative imaging biomarkers in precision oncology.
All duties and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. Learn the principles of imaging biomarkers in oncologic imaging, including their use in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment response assessment.
2. Gain experience with MRI- and CT-based imaging research workflows, including image review, annotation, and data organization.
3. Understand the basics of radiomics, including quantitative image feature extraction and correlation with clinical outcomes.
4. Develop familiarity with response assessment methods such as RECIST and other imaging-based treatment response criteria.
5. Participate in multidisciplinary imaging research involving radiologists, clinicians, and research staff.
6. Build skills in scientific communication through data presentation, abstract preparation, and manuscript support.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate will have recently (within one year) been awarded a bachelor's or master's degree in the biological sciences or a related field. Prior research experience is preferred but not required.
POSITION INFORMATION
Offsite work arrangements are subject to approval and may be modified or revoked at any time based on business needs, performance considerations, or regulatory requirements.
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
