Research Technician II

A Research Technician II position is immediately available in the Dr. Celada laboratory at Section of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine. Applicants are sought to support laboratory investigations into molecular mechanisms underlie the pathogenesis of pulmonary fibrosis and other chronic lung disorders. We are seeking highly self-motivated individuals to provide research support, technical assistance, and lab organization. 

The primary responsibilities will include:
a) Mouse colonies maintenance.
b) Cell culture work.
c) Research equipment and laboratory maintenance.
d) Perform routine experiments (e.g., western blot and qRT-PCR, cell transfections etc) under guidance from senior members of the research group.

Successful candidate will join vibrant research environment which focuses on understanding the pathobiology of interstitial lung disorders using cutting edge approaches. 

• Assists with Grant Writing.
• Prepares and conducts research experiments.
• Administers and manages research procedures.
• Mouse colonies maintenance.
• Performs cell culture work.
• Oversees research equipment and laboratory maintenance.
• Perform routine experiments (e.g., western blot and qRT-PCR, cell transfections etc) under guidance from senior members of the research group.
• Oversees lab equipment, lab supplies and lab space.
• Conducts literature searches and summarizes information in an appropriate format for a particular study.
• Collects, compiles, and analyzes data.
• Documents results of experiments and reports to principal investigators.
• Defines problems and possible solutions.

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

• Bachelor's degree in a Biology or related field.
• One year of experience in research.
• Organized, self-motivated, teamwork, works well under pressure and able to multitask.

Baylor College of Medicine requires employees to be fully vaccinated -subject to approved exemptions-against vaccine-preventable diseases including, but not limited to, COVID-19 and influenza.

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

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