Organoid Core Research Assistant I

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston is seeking a Research Assistant I to support the 3D Organoid Core. The role involves establishing and propagating organoid cultures and assisting with routine assays under supervision.

Responsibilities include leading a small team, maintaining documentation and lab equipment, ordering supplies, and contributing to core maintenance while upholding sterile techniques. This position offers exposure to translational research in a fast-paced, collaborative

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or a related field.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Tissue culture expertise and sterile technique preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of staff members.
• Generating and propagating 3D organoid cultures.
• Performing routine research assays such as flow cytometry and qRT-PCR to validate cultures.
• Documentation of results.
• Contribution to Core maintenance including ordering supplies, general clean up, freezer cataloging, and maintaining lab equipment.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or a related field

Tools

Flow cytometry

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston is seeking a Research Assistant I to support the 3D Organoid Core. The role involves establishing and propagating organoid cultures and assisting with routine assays under supervision.

Responsibilities include leading a small team, maintaining documentation and lab equipment, ordering supplies, and contributing to core maintenance while upholding sterile techniques. This position offers exposure to translational research in a fast-paced, collaborative