Apply now »
Title: Research Technician III
Division: Advanced Technology Cores
Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Work Location: Houston, TX
Salary Range: $37,147 - $42,714
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Requisition ID: 17157
Summary
This Research Technician will work in a Core laboratory that provides assistance as part of Metabolism and Phenotyping Core under the Advance Technology Cores at Baylor College of Medicine. The primary responsibility of the Technician is to perform analysis of mouse metabolic phenotypes under the direct supervision of Core director. A successful candidate should be highly-motivated, well organized, technically capable, and ready to learn new techniques. Excellent communication and multitasking abilities are required.
Job Duties
- Conducts research experiments including: mouse metabolism analyses, weekly cage changes and room management, daily rodent health checks and molecular analysis of plasma samples.
- Maintains lab stocks as well as help with lab maintenance.
- Collects, compiles, and analyzes data.
- Documents results of experiments.
- Interacts with Core users providing expertise and service.
- Applies routine research techniques.
- Core space management, organizing freezer space , and maintaining lab equipment.
- Mouse handling and mouse work.
- Follow IACUC guidelines basic analytical assays including ELISA, RIA, calorimetric assays.
- Tail vein injection.
- Mouse blood collection and plasma separation.
- Mouse tissue collection.
- Assist core director during mouse surgery and post surgery monitoring.
- Sterilization.
- Book keeping and clear communication with supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
- One year of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in basic science or a related field.
- The ideal candidate would have a strong interest in work with mouse colonies, mouse handling, and biochemistry.
- Highly motivated to work in laboratory setup.
- Basic knowledge in Microsoft Excel and data input.
- Well organized and technically capable of learning new techniques.
Other
- This position may require infrequent weekend and after hours work.
- Perform routine laboratory tests under close supervision.
- Ensure that their duties are completed accurately and delivered with high quality in a timely manner.
- Perform basic analytical tests based on standards and procedures as assigned by the supervisor.
- Keeps a detailed laboratory workbook and keeps record of daily work.
- Collects, analyzes, and documents experimental results.
- The technician will perform duties that includes maintenance of experimental animals, and clean satellite room, complete daily health check up log sheet.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
17157
SN
Apply now »
Similar Positions
-
Research Associate Neuroscience And Respiratory Physiology, Baylor College of Medicine, United States, 24 days ago
Summary We are seeking a highly motivated and well-organized person to lead a team to run a cardio-respiratory phenotyping screen in neonate mice. The screen aims to uncover genes that underlie co...
-
Research Associate Neuroscience And Respiratory Physiology, Nature Careers, United States, 19 days ago
We are seeking a highly motivated and well-organized person to lead a team to run a cardio-respiratory phenotyping screen in neonate mice. The screen aims to uncover genes that underlie congenital...
-
Research Investigator Stem Cell Transplantation Research, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, United States, 27 days ago
SUMMARY The Research Investigator applies technical expertise and experience to coordinate, design and carry out research projects and impacts cancer research efforts throughout the institution. K...
-
Laboratory Director, Nature Careers, United States, 17 days ago
The Laboratory Director will oversee day to day operation of the NMR and Drug Metabolism Core, an Institutional Advanced Technology Core (ATC). The main duties will be the direct management of the...
-
Research Associate Preclinical Team, Gladstone Institutes, United States, 17 days ago
Details Posted: 10-Apr-24 Type: Full-time Salary: Open Categories: Other Staff/Administrative Staff/Administrative Internal Number: REQ-2565 Who we are: The Gladstone Institutes is an independent,...
-
Institute Research Scientist Validation Platform, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, United States, 27 days ago
Research Scientist - Validation Platform MD ANDERSON THERAPEUTICS DISCOVERY DIVISION Within The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center lies a powerful engine driving the future of new targe...