Research Assistant I - Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

• We are hiring a Research Assistant I to join the UTHealth Houston McGovern Medical School Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology.
• In this role, you will perform foundational laboratory procedures to support research into the molecular and cellular mechanisms of lung and skin diseases.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry or related fiel, experience with mouse handling, and basic molecular biology techniques is preferred.
• What we do here changes the world.
• UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care.
• That’s where you come in.
• Once you join us you won't want to leave.
• It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide.
• Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
• Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
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• As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us.
• We offer work/life services such as...
• Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care Plus many more!

Position Summary

Under general supervision, conducts basic/ translational research which may include animal work and other activities according to research protocol. Research activities may include some or all of the following: handle biological samples, laboratory experiments and activities, and data collection. Position Key Accountabilities: Under general supervision, performs laboratory experiments and activities to support research objectives Tissue Culture: Assisting with the preparation and maintenance of primary cell cultures. Model Organism Maintenance: Providing daily care and genotyping mouse colonies. Experimental Support: Executing basic protocols in molecular biology and cell biology, such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR for genotyping. Data Documentation: Maintaining clear, organized, and accurate records of all experimental procedures and results in a laboratory notebook. Managing inventory, ordering reagents, and preparing standard buffers and media. Protocol Compliance: Staying abreast of new and updated research protocols and ensuring all work complies with University and governmental policies and regulations.