Research Technician I - Surgery

Baylor College of Medicine; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Baylor College of Medicine in Houston is seeking a Research Technician I to support cardiomyocyte biology and cardiac regeneration projects with human tissue and animal models under a principal investigator.

Responsibilities include performing experiments, preparing samples, generating figures for manuscripts, and maintaining lab equipment; prior immunology experience is desirable. The role is onsite with a 8-5 schedule.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Basic Science or related field; 2 years experience may substitute.
• One year of relevant laboratory experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Basic Science or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory experiment responsibilities
• Conducting and overseeing in vitro or in vivo experiments using human or mouse samples.
• Assisting in the experiments of other researchers.
• Managing animal husbandry and health within animal facilities, including genotyping and weaning.
• Collecting human and mice tissues/blood for single cell preparations.
• Writing regular reports detailing project development, progress, and findings, and presenting these at lab meetings.
• Generating figures and tables for manuscripts, grants, and oral/poster presentation.
• Managing transfers and activities in collaboration with other labs
• Maintaining antibody banks.
• Performing immunohistochemistry, time-of-flight mass cytometry, and imaging mass cytometry.
• DNA, RNA, and protein extraction.
• Sample submissions to and pickups from the BCM or MD Anderson Cancer Center Cores.
• Regular inspections and maintenance of all laboratory equipment and research materials.
• Managing cryotanks, freezers and refrigerators.
• Performing other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Immunology experience

Laboratory experience

Documentation and reporting

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's degree in Basic Science or related field

Bachelor's degree in Basic Science or related field (preferred)

Tools

Immunohistochemistry

Time-of-Flight mass cytometry

Imaging mass cytometry

DNA/RNA/protein extraction

Job description

Job Title: Research Technician I - Surgery

Division: Surgery

Work Arrangement: Onsite only

Location: Houston, TX

Salary Range: $32,355 - $38,065

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Summary

The center for cardiac engineering and regenerative medicine in the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery is seeking an enthusiastic Research Technician I to support with research projects in the field of cardiomyocyte biology and cardiac regeneration. Both human tissue samples and sophisticated animal models will be utilized and analyzed using the most advanced technologies. The Research Technician I will work under the general guidance of a principal investigator. Prior experience in the field of immunology is highly desired.

Job Duties

• Laboratory experiment responsibilities
• Conducting and overseeing in vitro or in vivo experiments using human or mouse samples.
• Assisting in the experiments of other researchers.
• Managing animal husbandry and health within animal facilities, including genotyping and weaning.
• Collecting human and mice tissues/blood for single cell preparations.
• Writing regular reports detailing project development, progress, and findings, and presenting these at lab meetings.
• Generating figures and tables for manuscripts, grants, and oral/poster presentation.
• Managing transfers and activities in collaboration with other labs
• Maintaining antibody banks.
• Performing immunohistochemistry, time-of-flight mass cytometry, and imaging mass cytometry.
• DNA, RNA, and protein extraction.
• Sample submissions to and pickups from the BCM or MD Anderson Cancer Center Cores.
• Regular inspections and maintenance of all laboratory equipment and research materials.
• Managing cryotanks, freezers and refrigerators.
• Performing other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a Basic Science or related field. Two years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
• One year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor'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.