Research Assistant I
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7356064 (Ref:25360-en_US)
Posted: June 7, 2026
Job Description
Summary
A Research Assistant position is available in the Department of Integrative Physiology at Baylor College of Medicine. The lab investigates skeletal muscle physiology, with a focus on calcium (Ca²⁺) signaling, excitation–contraction coupling, and muscle force generation. Research approaches include molecular biology and protein biochemistry techniques, confocal fluorescence imaging, and in vitro skeletal muscle force measurements. The Research Assistant will design and conduct experiments, collect, compile, and analyze data, and perform literature searches to summarize findings in support of ongoing studies. Responsibilities also include documenting, interpreting, and presenting experimental results to the principal investigator in a clear and organized manner. Qualified candidates should have basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Preferred applicants will have at least 2 years of experience in the care and handling of mouse models and familiarity with in vitro skeletal muscle function measurements. Strong attention to detail, excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment are essential for success in this role.
Job Duties
- Maintain animal colonies, care and handling of mice, and genotyping.
- Assist with biochemical and molecular biological assays in support of lab personnel
- Assist with general lab maintenance and order supplies
- 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.
- Performs other job related duties as assigned.
- May assign activities to less experienced research staff.
- Harvesting of tissues.
- Assessment of skeletal muscle contractile properties
- Assessment of Ca2+ and reactive oxygen species in living skeletal muscle.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or a related field.
- Two years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in basic science or a related field.
- Minimum of 24 months experience working with mice.
- Proficiency in assessing skeletal muscle function and use of fluorescent microscopes.
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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