Summary

A Research Assistant position is available at the Center for Cell and Gene Therapy, Baylor College of Medicine. A candidate will assist with performing experiments in animal models of human cancer to select best cell therapy candidates for clinical translation to Phase 1 clinical trials. Models include cell line xenografts, patient-derived xenografts (PDX), and humanized mouse models. The candidate would join a dynamic, diverse, and experienced team of scientists passionate about translational research and clinical trials.

Job Duties

• Collaborate with investigators to initiate and follow-up in vivo experiments (e.g., IVIS imaging, weight measurements).
• Generate and maintain patient-derived xenograft models.
• Generate and maintain mice with a humanized hematopoietic system ("humanized mice").
• Arrange transfer of animals from the breeding colony and maintain colony database.
• Assist with writing reports and manuscripts and present at scientific meetings.
• Lead an independent project (optional).
• Log and maintain experimental notes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or a related field.
• Three years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in basic science or a related field.
• Experience in developing and evaluating new experimental CAR-T therapies to inform translation to Phase I clinical trials.