Research Assistant II - Cardiovascular Surgery Research

Women In Science; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX is seeking a Research Assistant to support the Cardiovascular Surgery Research program within the Heart Center. You will assist with animal surgeries for biomedical devices and manage related data under the PI's direction.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a basic science or related field and at least three years of relevant experience. Preferred qualifications include a Master's and experience in a surgical setting, with GLP experience encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a basic science or related field.
• Three years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Document quality assurance and scientific data following GLP standards.
• Perform animal laboratory experiments under the direction of the lab director and principal investigator.
• Support instrument and equipment maintenance/sterilization.
• Review relevant scientific literature and summarize findings.
• Record results and document outcomes of experiments in accordance with established protocols.
• Provide supervision of animals in conjunction with Center for Comparative Medicine staff.
• Assisting as a surgical technician during animal procedures.
• Provide animal anesthesia under the supervision of the investigator and clinical veterinarian.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Skills

GLP standards

Animal handling

Surgical assistance

Data recording

Literature review

Equipment maintenance

Anesthesia administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Basic Science

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX

Summary

The Texas Heart Institute at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a research assistant to support the Cardiovascular Surgery Research program within the Heart Center. Under the direction of the principal investigator, the research assistant will provide support during animal surgeries for biomedical devices such as artificial hearts, LVAD, and electrophysiology devices.

Job Duties

• Document quality assurance and scientific data following Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards
• Perform animal laboratory experiments under the direction of the lab director and principal investigation
• Support instrument and equipment maintenance/sterilization
• Review relevant scientific literature and summarize findings
• Record results and document outcomes of experiments in accordance with established protocols
• Provide supervision of animals in conjunction with Center for Comparative Medicine staff
• Assisting as a surgical technician during animal procedures
• Provide animal anesthesia under the supervision of the investigator and clinical veterinarian
• Perform other job related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a basic science or related field.
• Preference given to MD/DVM candidates from international medical schools
• Preferred experience in a surgical setting
• Experience with GLP animal studies

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. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.