Research Assistant I, Molecular Genetics (Onsite)

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX is seeking a Research Assistant I in Molecular & Human Genetics to join the Tran lab. The role provides hands-on training from the PI to work independently on projects exploring neuronal resilience and regeneration in the visual system.

The successful candidate will gain experience in molecular biology, stem cells, gene therapy, disease modeling, and single cell genomics, while contributing to ongoing projects and lab operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or related field is required.
• Two years of relevant experience are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and conduct laboratory research experiments
• Meet with the PI weekly and present regularly in lab meetings
• Maintain an organized electronic lab notebook
• Perform animal husbandry, weanings, euthanasia as needed
• Provide support for animal surgeries
• Maintain accurate animal husbandry and genotyping records
• Perform primary retinal cell and retinal organoid cultures
• Harvest tissues for immunohistochemistry and in situ hybridization
• Perform molecular biology approaches including DNA, RNA and protein extractions, molecular cloning, and PCR
• Monitor and order lab supplies and reagents as needed
• Provide administrative support for general lab operations
• Perform assigned general laboratory chores

Skills

Immunohistochemistry

Mouse/rodent handling

Cell culture

Molecular biology techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or related field

Master's degree in basic science or related field

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX is seeking a Research Assistant I in Molecular & Human Genetics to join the Tran lab. The role provides hands-on training from the PI to work independently on projects exploring neuronal resilience and regeneration in the visual system.

The successful candidate will gain experience in molecular biology, stem cells, gene therapy, disease modeling, and single cell genomics, while contributing to ongoing projects and lab operations.