Postdoctoral Researcher: Microbiome & Endometriosis Science

Baylor College of Medicine; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX, is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate in microbiome and gynecological diseases. The role focuses on endometriosis, with a microbiota-driven approach, using mouse models and human samples to explore disease pathogenesis and translational diagnostics.

The position emphasizes independence, creativity, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to impactful science in women's health. Onsite work is required at BCM.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Engages and supports member of the laboratory, with the motivation to grow as an independent scientist while contributing to the collective success of the team.
• Contributes to the development of microbiota-based diagnostics and therapeutic strategies for endometriosis and women's health disorders.
• Designs, plans, and executes research studies focused on the mechanisms underlying endometriosis and other gynecological disorders.
• Utilizes mouse models, human clinical specimens, and advanced molecular, cellular, microbiome, metabolomics, and immunology approaches to investigate disease pathogenesis.
• Collects, analyzes, interprets, and presents experimental data in laboratory meetings, scientific conferences, and manuscripts.
• Maintains accurate experimental records and data for manuscripts.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team of basic scientists, clinicians, computational biologists.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

MD or PhD in Basic Science or related field

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX, is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate in microbiome and gynecological diseases. The role focuses on endometriosis, with a microbiota-driven approach, using mouse models and human samples to explore disease pathogenesis and translational diagnostics.

The position emphasizes independence, creativity, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to impactful science in women's health. Onsite work is required at BCM.