Research Technician I - Neuroscience
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7263229 (Ref:19976-en_US)
Posted: July 16, 2024
Job Description
Summary
The lab is seeking a candidate with a deep curiosity and interest in delving into the fascinating fields of neuroscience and neurodevelopment. Research Technician will have an academic background in biologic science and exposure to basic science research. This position will involve handling of mice and mouse behavior, electrophysiology, deep brain stimulation, and imaging. All training will occur on the job. The technician will be trained as and expected to operate as a neurosciences graduate student. They will be a fully incorporated member of the lab and will have duties directly related to the completion of experimental aims and the composition of peer reviewed science. Any "housekeeping" responsibilities will be given and distributed equally among all lab members and not in any greater extent to the research technician position.
Job Duties
- Sets up genetic crosses, genotypes mice.
- Performs mouse behavior, performs a wide variety of mouse surgical techniques, performs immunohistochemistry & associated imaging, is involved in data processing and analysis.
- Makes scientific figures, assembles and presents research in formal and informal settings.
- 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
- Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science.
- Has coursework in biology and experience conducting basic science with rodent model systems.
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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