Research Technician II - RNA Biology

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX

Job posting number: #7282335 (Ref:20509-en_US)

Posted: September 20, 2024

Job Description

Summary

The Mustoe Lab in the Therapeutic Innovation Center (THINC) and Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Pharmacology seeks a talented and ambitious individual to join the team. Technician will have an opportunity to work on high-impact projects focused on characterizing the structure and function of RNAs in healthy and diseased human cells. The technician be self-motivated, eager to read literature and independently implement new experimental techniques, and able to maintain a high-attention to detail.

Job Duties

  • Performs mammalian cell culture.
  • Performs complex biochemical procedures following established protocols for research projects.
  • Evaluates and analyzes data.
  • Documents results of experiments and reports to principal investigator.
  • Participates in laboratory meetings and planning sessions.
  • Helps maintain lab equipment.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned by principal investigator.

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

  • BS in Biochemistry, Biology, or related field.
  • Prior experience with following techniques that includes PCR, mammalian cell culture, next-generation sequencing library preparation, RNA FISH, and familiarity with using the command line for data analysis will be a plus.

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.


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Job posting number:#7282335 (Ref:20509-en_US)
Application Deadline:Open Until Filled
Employer Location:Baylor College of Medicine
Houston,Texas
United States
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