Research Assistant I
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7342183 (Ref:24741-en_US)
Posted: April 6, 2026
Job Description
Summary
The Eberlin Lab for Medical Mass Spectrometry in the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery is seeking an enthusiastic Research Assistant to help manage research projects in the Division of Surgical Oncology. The research will focus on the translation of mass spectrometry technologies into clinical applications for intra-surgical tissue analysis, cancer detection, and treatment.
The Research Assistant will assist with managing research experiments and lab functions. This position will be under the direct supervision of Principal Investigator. The selected candidate will provide research support and responsibilities for the Eberlin Lab for Medical Mass Spectrometry.
Job Duties
- Perform mass spectrometry analysis of samples
- Interpret molecular data and results
- Write protocols, abstracts, and manuscripts
- Contribute to laboratory organization and operations
- Selects, evaluates, and determines appropriate research procedures.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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.
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.


