Research Associate: Electrophysiology & Optogenetics

1000scholars; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine is seeking an energetic Research Associate to lead the development and application of light-responsive proteins in vitro and in vivo. The role focuses on GEVI reporters and optogenetic silencers, requiring electrophysiology and optical imaging to characterize tools in brain tissue and live specimens.

The candidate will conduct multi-modal experiments, maintain equipment, analyze data, and contribute to presenting findings at group meetings and conferences.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Basic Science or related field required.
• Three years of relevant experience typical for the role.

Responsibilities

• Culture mammalian cells.
• Prepare brain slices or dissociated neurons.
• Perform experiments combining electrophysiology with optogenetic activation or optical imaging (multi-photon).
• Maintain reagents and tools for experiments.
• Maintain and troubleshoot the electrophysiology rig.
• Analyze data with commercial software or custom pipelines.
• Teach techniques and experimental design to lab members.
• Report results to principal investigators.

Skills

Electrophysiology

Brain slicing

Mammalian cell culture

In vivo imaging

Data analysis

Scientific communication

Education

Master's degree in Basic Science or related field

Doctoral degree (preferred)

Tools

Two-photon imaging

Optogenetics/illumination setup

Electrophysiology rig troubleshooting

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine is seeking an energetic Research Associate to lead the development and application of light-responsive proteins in vitro and in vivo. The role focuses on GEVI reporters and optogenetic silencers, requiring electrophysiology and optical imaging to characterize tools in brain tissue and live specimens.

The candidate will conduct multi-modal experiments, maintain equipment, analyze data, and contribute to presenting findings at group meetings and conferences.