Onsite Stem Cell Tech: Planarian Aging Research

Baylor College of Medicine; Texas; On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX is seeking a Research Technician II to support the Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine program. The role focuses on cell-cell communication in aging, using planarian flatworms and high-throughput RNAi screens, with emphasis on maintaining cultures and conducting imaging and molecular assays.

The candidate will contribute to laboratory operations, data collection, and collaborative projects aimed at publication, with preferred experience in microscopy and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Maintain planarian populations and observe aging cohorts.
• Execute RNAi screens and build a phenotype database.
• Perform in situ hybridization and immunofluorescence studies.
• Manage laboratory consumables and inventory.
• Participate in lab meetings and discuss findings.

Skills

Organismal biology

Aquatic animal husbandry

Immunohistochemistry

Whole-mount in situ hybridization

Histology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Basic Science or related field

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX is seeking a Research Technician II to support the Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine program. The role focuses on cell-cell communication in aging, using planarian flatworms and high-throughput RNAi screens, with emphasis on maintaining cultures and conducting imaging and molecular assays.

The candidate will contribute to laboratory operations, data collection, and collaborative projects aimed at publication, with preferred experience in microscopy and