Research Technician II - Mouse Models of Heart Disease

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX

ID: 7325591 (Ref.No. 24470-en_US)
Posted: Newly posted

Job Description

Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Wehrens Laboratory within the Cardiovascular Research Institute (CVRI) of Baylor College of Medicine. The Wehrens lab in the Department of Integrative Physiology focuses on inherited and acquired arrhythmias and cardiomyopathies. The lab utilizes numerous techniques from cloning and in vitro cell work, to the generation of mutant mice and surgical models of heart disease. The lab possesses state-of-the-art equipment and is actively involved in the development of innovative techniques and devices for heart research. The lab is currently pursuing gene therapy and genome editing approaches for the treatment of inherited and common heart diseases.

The candidate will be expected to assist with the general day-to-day operations of the lab and perform tasks such as equipment maintenance, updating sample inventories, ordering supplies, and other lab duties assigned. Superior communication skills are needed to communicate with the PI and lab colleagues.

Job Duties

Organizing and implementing research projects for the development of new methods.
Animal husbandry.
Genotyping.
Non-survival procedures.
Survival surgeries on mice.
Data collection.
Analysis and interpretation of data.
Writing detailed scientific reports.

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 working in a research lab.
Experience working with mice.

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.

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