Research Assistant I
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7342176 (Ref:24738-en_US)
Posted: April 9, 2026
Job Description
Summary
The Texas Heart Institute at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a research assistant to support the Cardiovascular Surgery Research program within the Heart Center. Under the direction of the principal investigator, the research assistant will provide support during animal surgeries for biomedical devices such as artificial hearts, LVAD, and electrophysiology devices.
Job Duties
- Perform animal laboratory experiments under the direction of the lab director and principal investigator
- Support instrument and equipment maintenance/sterilization
- Review relevant scientific literature and summarize findings
- Record results and document outcomes of experiments in accordance with established protocols
- Provide supervision of animals in conjunction with Center for Comparative Medicine staff
- Assist as a surgical technician during animal procedures
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or a related field.
- Two years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in basic science or a related field.
- Preference given to MD/DVM candidates from international medical schools.
- Preferred experience in a surgical setting.
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.
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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