Pediatric Developmental Biology Research Assistant

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UTHealth Houston seeks a Research Assistant I in the Li Lab of the Department of Pediatrics, Pediatric Research Center. The role involves conducting basic/translational research, handling biological samples, running experiments, and maintaining records to support craniofacial development studies.

The ideal candidate has laboratory experience and may have familiarity with genomics, single-cell technologies, and bioinformatics tools like R.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; may substitute required education with equivalent years of experience beyond the minimum education requirement.
• Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree and related expectations as described in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments and activities to support research objectives.
• Handle biological samples and conduct data collection.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and notebooks.
• Maintain clean and organized equipment and work areas.
• Assist with coordinating work and communicating results to investigators.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Genomics

Single-cell technologies

Bioinformatics

R

Mouse models

Animal handling

Molecular biology

Tissue culture

Organoid

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

R

Job description

UTHealth Houston seeks a Research Assistant I in the Li Lab of the Department of Pediatrics, Pediatric Research Center. The role involves conducting basic/translational research, handling biological samples, running experiments, and maintaining records to support craniofacial development studies.

The ideal candidate has laboratory experience and may have familiarity with genomics, single-cell technologies, and bioinformatics tools like R.