Research Technician II - Molecular Biology

Baylor College of Medicine; Texas; On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, is seeking a Research Technician II - Molecular Biology to support the Center for Precision Environmental Health. The onsite role involves planning and performing cell culture and molecular biology procedures, maintaining reagents and equipment, and documenting results for the PI. The candidate should have a basic science background and strong organizational skills.

The position is nonexempt, with a typical Mon-Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m. schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or related field; four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts cell culture and molecular biology experiments and complex procedures.
• Follows and refines protocols and assists with troubleshooting of problems encountered during research.
• Evaluates and analyzes data, generates figures, and presents experimental results.
• Documents experimental results and reports findings to Principal Investigator.
• Maintains laboratory equipment, protocols, and reagents.
• Orders laboratory reagents and communicates with vendors as needed.
• Trains and assists less experienced research staff as needed.
• Contributes to a collaborative and productive laboratory environment.

Skills

Cell culture

Molecular biology

Laboratory techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Basic Science or related field

Job description

Research Technician II - Molecular Biology

Job Title: Research Technician II - Molecular Biology — Division: Center for Precision Environmental Health — Work Arrangement: Onsite only — Location: Houston, TX — Salary Range: $35,591 - $41,872 — FLSA Status: Nonexempt — Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summary

The Cermakova Lab in the Center for Precision Environmental Health is seeking a motivated individual to support laboratory research activities. The position requires training in biomedical sciences or a related field, along with strong communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, and the ability to independently prepare and organize laboratory reagents, perform experiments, and maintain accurate records. The successful candidate will be expected to to stay current with relevant scientific research and continually develop their technical skills and expertise.

Job Duties

• Plans and conducts cell culture and molecular biology experiments and complex procedures.
• Follows and refines protocols and assists with troubleshooting of problems encountered during research.
• Evaluates and analyzes data, generates figures, and presents experimental results.
• Conducts literature searches and summarizes relevant information for research studies.
• Documents experimental results and reports findings to Principal Investigator.
• Maintains laboratory equipment, protocols, and reagents.
• Orders laboratory reagents and communicates with vendors as needed.
• Trains and assists less experienced research staff as needed.
• Contributes to a collaborative and productive laboratory environment.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
• No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-3 years of previous molecular biology laboratory experience.

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.

Requisition ID: 26448