Research Technician II - Molecular & Cellular Biology

Division: Molecular and Cell Biology

Work Arrangement: Onsite only

Location: Houston, TX

Salary Range: $35,591 - $41,872

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Summary

Dr. Putluri's lab is applying mass spectrometry technology to study metabolic profiling studies in cancer development and progression. Our lab established a robust research program in bladder cancer research.

Job Duties

• Maintain laboratory equipment, ensure proper calibration, and manage inventory of laboratory supplies and consumables.
• Perform routine cell culture maintenance, including cell line propagation, quality control, and cryopreservation.
• Conduct molecular and biochemical assays, including qPCR, Western blotting, and mass spectrometry sample preparation.
• Maintain mouse colonies, including breeding, genotype, animal husbandry coordination, drug dosing, and tumor measurements.
• Collect, analyze, document, and organize experimental data and research results.
• Prepare figures, summaries, and presentations for weekly laboratory meetings and research discussions.
• Prepare laboratory buffers, reagents, media, and other materials required for daily laboratory operations.
• Coordinate sample transfers, collaborative experiments, and research activities with internal and external laboratories.
• Ensure compliance with institutional safety regulations, animal care protocols, and laboratory standard operating procedures.
• Work under junior faculties and postdocs and new laboratory personnel on experimental procedures and equipment usage.
• Support overall laboratory management, including record keeping, protocol documentation, and maintenance of research databases.
• Perform 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.

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.

Requisition ID: 25563