Summary

The Department of Molecular Virology and Microbiology at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Research Associate to conduct original research in intestinal regeneration and repair with a focus on the intestinal stem cell. This project utilizes state of the art organoid model systems combined with computational and cell biology-based approaches to investigate the response of the intestinal stem cell. The ideal candidate will have substantial knowledge of intestinal and organoid biology and bioinformatic analysis pipelines and be able to creatively think. A desire to join and work with a large highly collaborative research team exploring human intestinal biology is also necessary. They will benefit from collaborations with leading experts in the field of intestinal stem cell biology. The Department of Molecular Virology and Microbiology is a multidisciplinary and highly collaborative environment with a strong emphasis on basic science research and translating these findings into practical applications to prevent and treat infections.

Job Duties

• Generate new experimental paradigms; be able to design controlled experiments.
• Analyze molecular data including computational tools associated with omics information.
• Be up-to-date with the latest literature; participate in group meetings to discuss findings.
• Write scientific manuscripts and grants.
• Present one’s research results and conferences. 
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Basic Science or a related field.  Experience in lieu of degree will not be accepted.
• Three years of relevant experience typically as a Research Assistant, Research Technician or Postdoctoral Fellow/Associate.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD