Job Description
Summary
The Research Technician II position is available to assist our routine nutritional and epigenetics research work. The technician will follow established procedures for mouse colony maintenance and record results. The technician will also perform job related to laboratory ordering and assist in preparing biological specimens for analysis. Experience with molecular biology is desirable.
Job Duties
- Conducts epigenetic research using in vitro, ex vivo and in vivo models.
- Assists with routine nutritional and epigenetics research work.
- Maintains mouse lines in animal facilities that includes breeding and recording.
- Prepares buffers and dilutions for laboratory use.
- Prepares and conducts laboratory research experiments including PCR.
- Collects and documents cell and tissue samples for molecular analysis.
- Orders laboratory supplies and equipment.
- Performs other laboratory routine research that includes DNA methylation and gene expression analysis.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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
- Experience in molecular biology or a closely related field is desirable.
- Experiences with PCR, mouse models, and/or studies of microbiology are desirable.
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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