Postdoctoral Associate - Cardio-immunology and Metabolism

Women In Science; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Li Laboratory in the Section of Cardiovascular Research at Baylor College of Medicine seeks an experienced researcher to join as staff scientist with a focus on atrial fibrillation and related cardiac diseases.

The lab employs biochemistry, flow cytometry, single-cell transcriptomics, optical mapping, molecular cloning, and transgenic mouse phenotyping in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field is required.
• Postdoctoral Associate level with NIH stipend guidelines is typical.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and implements complex research plans.
• Develops new methods and techniques.
• Conducts experiments, data collection, and analysis.
• Interprets data and writes detailed scientific reports.
• Mentors graduate and undergraduate students.
• Presents research findings at national and international meetings.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Mentoring

Scientific communication

Experiment design

Data interpretation

Education

MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or related field

Tools

Flow cytometry

Single-cell transcriptomics

Optical mapping

Molecular cloning

Transgenic mouse models

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX

Job posting number: #7371337 (Ref:26347-en_US)

Posted: September 25, 2026

Summary

Job Description

The lab is seeking an experienced researcher to join the Li Laboratory in the Section of Cardiovascular Research, Department of Medicine, with the goal of becoming a staff scientist in the lab. The lab investigates novel molecular mechanisms underlying atrial fibrillation and myopathy, cardiac conduction diseases, and inflammation-related cardiac diseases.

The lab uses a multidisciplinary approach that includes biochemistry, flow cytometry, single-cell transcriptomics, optical mapping, molecular cloning, and advanced phenotyping in transgenic mouse models. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment at the forefront of cardiovascular research.

Baylor College of Medicine typically follows similar to the NIH stipulated stipend guidelines for Postdoctoral Associates.

Job Duties

• Organizes and implements complex research plans.
• Develops new methods and techniques.
• Conducts experiments, data collection, and analysis.
• Interprets data and write detailed scientific reports.
• Mentors graduate and undergraduate students.
• Presents research findings regularly to peers and at national and international meetings.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
• No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD or MD/PhD degree received within the past 4 years.
• Experience in molecular biology, immunology, or cardiac phenotyping.
• Prior research experience in cardiac electrophysiology or immunological sciences is a plus.

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.

Contact Information

Job posting number: #7371337 (Ref:26347-en_US)

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Employer Location: Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, Texas

United States