Summary

The Department of Pathology & Immunology at Baylor College of Medicine, in partnership with Texas Children’s Hospital, seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to investigate microbiome - membrane interactions in gastrointestinal health and disease. This position involves studying molecular and cellular mechanisms of host-microbe signaling, intestinal barrier function, and membrane biology to identify potential therapeutic targets.

Job Duties

• Designs and conducts research.
• Plans, performs, and analyzes experiments using advanced molecular, cellular, and biochemical approaches to study microbiome-membrane interactions.
• Conducts data integration and analysis.
• Evaluates and interprets experimental results; integrates molecular findings with multi-omics and disease outcome data from patient and animal studies.
• Models development and experimental tools.
• Generates, maintains, and utilizes transgenic and disease models to support mechanistic investigations. 
• Conducts scholarly dissemination.
• Prepares manuscripts, contributes to grant proposals, and presents research findings at local, national, and international meetings.
• Conducts laboratory leadership and mentorship.
• Supports daily lab operations, assists in establishing new protocols, and mentors students or junior team members. 
• Conducts other duties as assigned.
• Contributes to general lab activities and ensures compliance with institutional research and safety standards. 

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
• No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in microscopy and cellular biology techniques.
• Experience with animal models and experimental research.
• Background in membrane biology.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills; able to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.