Research Assistant I
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7143288 (Ref:15692-en_US)
Posted: May 3, 2023
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Summary
The candidate is expected to oversee a research project in our laboratory group to perform and analyze cell and tumor materials. Cell culture-based experiments and the handling of animal tissues will be required. Specifically, this candidate will be involved in translational research focused on gaining FDA approval of cell-based therapies. Additionally, pre-IND enabling research and development activities related to small molecule compound development are a responsibility for this position.
Job Duties
- Operate all the instrumentation needed for the projects (training will be provided as needed)
- Document experimental procedures in precise details
- Collect and compile imaging and cell culture data
- Prepare reagents and solutions, and perform experimental work as needed, including live cell experiments and cell culture (2D/3D).
- Troubleshoot problematic results
- Collect and perform experiments using primary cells from animals
- Manage a limited number of mouse colonies
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or a related field.
- Two years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in a related field.
Baylor College of Medicine requires employees to be fully vaccinated -subject to approved exemptions-against vaccine-preventable diseases including, but not limited to, COVID-19 and influenza.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
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Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.
