Research Technician II - Ophthalmology

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Research Technician II in Ophthalmology to assist with research experiments. The role involves animal care, conducting experiments, and data analysis, providing a great opportunity for learning and growth in a scientific environment. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in a related field are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Basic Science or related field required.
• No experience required; willingness to learn is essential.
• Preferred: experience with tissue culture and molecular biology techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments on ocular surface and corneal injuries.
• Maintain and manage animal colonies.
• Document experiments accurately in lab notebooks.

Skills

Animal handling

Molecular biology techniques

Immunohistochemistry

PCR

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Basic Science or related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

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This Research Technician II position will primarily entail assisting with the execution of research experiments. The RT will have extensive direct interactions with the Principal Investigator and have ample opportunity for learning and growth. Responsibilities are mainly focused on generating experimental data, including conducting experiments on the ocular surface, corneal injuries, managing mouse colonies, and molecular biology techniques. The work schedule is Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm.

Job Duties

• Perform standard animal care and husbandry duties, including maintaining and managing animal colonies.
• Conduct experiments such as immunohistochemistry, western blotting, tissue processing, imaging, PCR, and mouse handling.
• Collect, analyze, and summarize experimental data, and assist with publications.
• Document experiments accurately in laboratory notebooks to enable replication.
• Ensure proper record-keeping and compliance with animal welfare protocols.
• Assist with routine lab work and maintain the lab space.
• Learn and become familiar with lab activities, assisting as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with tissue culture and molecular biology techniques.
• Experience working with animals in research, comfortable handling mice.
• Two years of experience in a scientific laboratory is a plus.
• Laboratory skills including animal colony handling, pipetting, sterile techniques, and equipment use.
• Willingness to learn new skills and take initiative.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.