Research Technician I

Research Technician I

The Ray Lab is seeking a highly motivated individual to assist with experiments, animal management, and general lab duties. The Ray lab studies the neural circuits governing our behavior and physiology. We utilize automated assays for measuring behavior and physiology in genetic animal models as part of the path of discovery for patient based diagnostics and therapeutics.

Job Duties:

• Assists with cellular and molecular techniques including plasmid DNA and cell culture techniques
• Rodent handling and husbandry
• Assists with productivity software including Microsoft Office and Adobe products, databases, and other management/organization software
• Inventory, management and ordering of equipment, consumables and supplies
• Ensuring compliance with national, state and local regulations
• Performs other job related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in a Basic Science or related field. Two years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
• One year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred experience handling lab mice or rats and working with genetically engineered lines
• Prior experience with basic laboratory techniques, including PCR or histology
• Preferred proficiency in cellular and molecular techniques including plasmid DNA and cell culture techniques and with productivity software including Microsoft Office and Adobe products, databases, and other management/organization software.

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: 26227