Research Assistant I - Mouse Neuroscience Research

Lemaire Scott A Md; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston is seeking a Research Assistant I in Mouse Neuroscience to support Dr. Corry's lab projects. The role requires attention to detail, multitasking, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include handling brain tissues, data organization, inventory management, and performing molecular, immunologic, and histopathologic techniques under supervision. The position is onsite and salary ranges are provided in the posting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Handle and culture mouse brain, human brain tissue, and other tissues.
• Organize and summarize the data for Dr. Corry to interpret.
• Document the receipt of ordered items and maintain a proper inventory of supplies.
• Select and determine appropriate research procedures.
• Oversee the maintenance of lab equipment and arrange service as needed.
• Perform experimental protocols including molecular, immunologic, and histopathologic methods (PCR, Western blot, ELISA, flow cytometry).
• Interact with and complete required online forms for CME course development (approx. 1 year).
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or a related field

Master's degree in basic science or a related field

Job description

Research Assistant I - Mouse Neuroscience Research
Job Title: Research Assistant I - Mouse Neuroscience Research
Division: Medicine
Work Arrangement: Onsite only
Location: Houston, TX
Salary Range: $47,372 - $55,731
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summary

The Margaret M. and Albert B. Alkek Department of Medicine, Section of Immunology, Allergy and Rheumatology at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant I to join our team. This position will coordinate the day-to-day operations of Dr. David B. Corry's research projects. The ideal candidate must be detail oriented, able to multitask, and work in a quick pace environment. Performs responsible research work that requires planning, completing, and occasionally supervising limited research projects in accordance with general plans approved by the supervisor.

Job Duties

• Handling and culturing of mouse brain, human brain tissue, and other tissues
• Organize and summarize the data for Dr. Corry to interpret
• Document the receipt of ordered items and maintain a proper inventory of supplies
• Select and determine appropriate research procedures
• Oversee the maintenance of lab equipment and environment this involves performing routine maintenance and contacting service vendors as needed
• Perform experimental protocols including molecular, immunologic, and histopathologic methods specific methods include but not limited to quantitative polymerase chain reaction; western blot; ELISA; flow cytometry.
• Interact with and complete required online forms provided by Baylor's Division of Continuing Professional Development pertinent to one CME course to be developed. This task is expected to last for approximately 1 year.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned-

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.

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.