Baylor College of Medicine · 18 hours ago
Research Assistant I - Biobank
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expBaylor College of Medicine is seeking a Research Assistant I to support the pediatric biobank in collaboration with Texas Children’s Hospital. The role involves processing biological specimens, maintaining laboratory operations, and supporting research activities under the direction of senior staff.
EducationHigher EducationPharmaceutical
No H1B
Responsibilities
Coordinates the receipt, accessioning, processing, and storage of biological specimens according to approved biobank standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Performs laboratory procedures such as DNA extraction from blood and other biospecimens using established protocols
Conducts literature and protocol reviews to support implementation of new sample types, technologies, or workflows
Oversees routine maintenance of laboratory equipment, automated platforms, and the biobank work environment to ensure safety, accuracy, and efficiency
Orders laboratory supplies and equipment and monitors inventory levels
Assigns activities to less experienced research or biobank staff
Performs other job-related duties as assigned in support of the biobank’s research mission
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or a related field
Two years of relevant experience
Coordinates the receipt, accessioning, processing, and storage of biological specimens according to approved biobank standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Performs laboratory procedures such as DNA extraction from blood and other biospecimens using established protocols
Conducts literature and protocol reviews to support implementation of new sample types, technologies, or workflows
Oversees routine maintenance of laboratory equipment, automated platforms, and the biobank work environment to ensure safety, accuracy, and efficiency
Orders laboratory supplies and equipment and monitors inventory levels
Assigns activities to less experienced research or biobank staff
Performs other job-related duties as assigned in support of the biobank's research mission
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
Preferred
Master's degree in basic science or a related field
Experience performing DNA extraction and/or PCR
Experience operating liquid handlers or other automated laboratory equipment
Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently within defined protocols and make sound operational decisions
Company
Baylor College of Medicine
Baylor College of Medicine, located in the Texas Medical Center, is a health sciences university located in Houston, Texas
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$10.85MKey Investors
National Human Genome Research InstituteNational Heart, Lung and Blood InstituteCancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas
2024-12-05Grant· $3.5M
2024-09-26Grant
2024-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Paul Klotman
President, CEO and Executive Dean
Peggy Smith
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