Research Technician II: Neurodegeneration Biospecimens

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX seeks a Research Technician II to support the Hajjar Laboratory's work on Alzheimer's disease and neurodegenerative disorders. The role focuses on biospecimen handling, OpenSpecimen inventory, and Lumipulse testing, with additional duties in data management and lab operations.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a basic science or related field, with potential substitution by related experience. Onsite work schedule is Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or related field; four years of related experience may substitute.
• No experience required.
• Demonstrated experience processing biospecimens (PBMCs, buffy coat, plasma) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collection of biospecimens (blood, CSF, urine, buccal swabs).
• Handle, process, and test biospecimens in lab workflows.
• Maintain proficiency on the Lumipulse platform for analyses.
• Maintain biospecimen inventory and freezer storage in OpenSpecimen.
• Coordinate with core facilities for sample processing and tracking.
• Record experimental results and maintain lab records and SOPs.
• Assist with scheduling, facility work orders, and vendor deliveries.

Skills

Biospecimen handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Basic Science or related field

Tools

Lumipulse platform

OpenSpecimen inventory management

Pulse wave analysis/velocity

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX seeks a Research Technician II to support the Hajjar Laboratory's work on Alzheimer's disease and neurodegenerative disorders. The role focuses on biospecimen handling, OpenSpecimen inventory, and Lumipulse testing, with additional duties in data management and lab operations.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a basic science or related field, with potential substitution by related experience. Onsite work schedule is Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.