Research Assistant I - Molecular & Human Genetics

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

Research Assistant I - Molecular & Human Genetics

Job Title: Research Assistant I - Molecular & Human Genetics

Division: Molecular and Human Genetics

Work Arrangement: Onsite only

Location: Houston, TX

Salary Range: $47,732 - $55,731

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Schedule: Flexible

Summary

The Tran lab is seeking a motivated and talented person interested in studying mechanisms of neuronal resilience and regeneration in the visual system. The successful candidate will receive direct training from the PI to work independently and contribute to a series of projects. The Research Assistant will gain hands on experience implementing cutting-edge approaches in molecular biology, stem cells, gene therapy, disease modeling, and single cell genomics.

Job Duties

• 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

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in basic science or a related field.
• Experience working with mice or rodents
• Experience with cell culture
• Experience in immunohistochemistry
• Experience working with DNA/RNA/protein for molecular biology techniques

Work Authorization Requirement:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

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. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Requisition ID: 26208