Summary

A Research Technician II position is available in the laboratory of Hui Zheng in the Huffington Center on Aging at Baylor College of Medicine. Baylor College of Medicine is a leading biomedical research institute located in the heart of Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas. The academic and collaborative environment is excellent. The technician will join a highly dynamic research group with excellent track-record and rich resources in Alzheimer’s disease research. The individual will provide support in biochemistry related experiments, such as organelle purification and proteomic analysis using mass-spectrometry, as well as cell culture and immunostaining. Competitive salary and fringe benefits will be offered.  Applicants should submit his/her CV and a list of three references.

Job Duties

• Prepares and conducts laboratory research experiments.
• Collects, compiles and analyzes data
• Conducts literature searches and summarizes information in an appropriate format for a particular study.
• Documents results of experiments.
• Selects, evaluates, and applies techniques used in routine research.
• Orders laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
• No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or biology.
• Previous research experience in related areas is particularly desirable.