Research Technician II
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7261430 (Ref:19913-en_US)
Posted: July 10, 2024
Job Description
Summary
A Research technician position is available in the Department of Integrative Physiology at Baylor College of Medicine. Research in the lab uses molecular biology and protein biochemical techniques, confocal fluorescent imaging, and in-vitro force measurements to assess Ca2+ signaling, excitation-contraction coupling, and muscle force in skeletal muscle. Has computer skills that include Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Candidates has at least 6 months experience with the care and handling of mouse models and experience in measurements of in-vitro skeletal muscle function. Attention to detail, excellent communication and organizational skills, and an ability to work as a member of a team is critical.
Job Duties
- Assists with general lab maintenance and orders supplies.
- Maintains animal colonies, cares and handles mice.
- Assists with biochemical and molecular biological assays in support of lab personnel.
- Works on harvesting tissues.
- 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
- Has computer skills that will include Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Has least 6 months experience with the care and handling of mouse models and experience in measurements of in-vitro skeletal muscle function.
- Attention to detail, excellent communication and organizational skills, and an ability to work as a member of a team is critical.
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. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.
