Research Associate, Microbiology & Genomics (Onsite)

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine, in partnership with Texas Children's Hospital, seeks a Research Associate to perform complex, extended research in long-read sequencing, LC/MS-based metabolomics and proteomics, and medical metagenomics. Duties include planning experiments, analyzing data, and reporting findings under principal investigators.

The role supports laboratory operations, regulatory compliance, and budget tracking, with opportunities to contribute to publications and grants.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Basic Science or related field is required.
• Three years of relevant research experience (as RA/Technician/Postdoc).

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily laboratory operations and regulatory compliance.
• Performs long-read sequencing and data analysis for clinical applications.
• Conducts LC/MS-based metabolomics and proteomics workflows.
• Supports medical metagenomics and viral surveillance efforts.
• Trains staff on research techniques and equipment.

Skills

3 years research experience

Lab techniques

Education

Master's degree in Basic Science or related field

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine, in partnership with Texas Children's Hospital, seeks a Research Associate to perform complex, extended research in long-read sequencing, LC/MS-based metabolomics and proteomics, and medical metagenomics. Duties include planning experiments, analyzing data, and reporting findings under principal investigators.

The role supports laboratory operations, regulatory compliance, and budget tracking, with opportunities to contribute to publications and grants.