Research Assistant I

Research Assistant I

The Laboratory for Translational Therapeutics at Baylor College of Medicine's Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support molecular cloning efforts within an active CRISPRa gene therapy program. The role is focused on plasmid construction and related molecular biology techniques (e.g., Gibson assembly, Golden Gate cloning) supporting projects in epigenetic editing and mitochondrial biogenesis as a therapeutic strategy for heart failure. This position offers hands-on experience in a translational research environment spanning in vitro and in vivo cardiovascular disease models, with direct mentorship from lab leadership and collaborating trainees. Ideal for a candidate with prior cloning experience seeking flexible, part-time laboratory involvement.

Job Duties:

• Designs and conducts research experiments.
• Collects, compiles and analyzes data.
• Conducts literature searches and summarizes information in an appropriate format for a particular study.
• Documents and interprets results of experiments and reports to principal investigators.
• May develop and modify computer programs.
• Selects and determines appropriate research procedures.
• The maintenance of lab equipment and environment.
• May assign activities to less experienced research staff.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Experience with molecular cloning and plasmids.

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.