Research Assistant I - Molecular & Human Genetics

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

Job summary

The Tran lab at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston is seeking a motivated Research Assistant I to study mechanisms of neuronal resilience and regeneration in the visual system. The candidate will work under direct training from the PI to contribute to multiple projects, gaining hands-on experience in molecular biology, stem cells, gene therapy, disease modeling, and single cell genomics.

Responsibilities include conducting experiments, maintaining an electronic lab notebook, meeting with the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or related field.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Master's degree preferred in basic science or related field.
• Experience with mice/rodents and cell culture is preferred.
• Experience with DNA/RNA/protein for molecular biology techniques is preferred.

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 and related procedures
• Provide support for animal surgeries and genotype records
• Maintain retinal cell and organoid cultures
• Harvest tissues for immunohistochemistry and in situ hybridization
• Perform DNA/RNA/protein extraction and molecular biology tasks
• Monitor and order lab supplies and reagents
• Provide administrative support for general lab operations

Skills

Molecular biology

Animal handling

Cell culture

PCR techniques

Immunohistochemistry

Education

Bachelor's degree in Basic Science

Master's degree in basic science

Tools

Immunohistochemistry

Genotyping

Single cell genomics

Job description

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.