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Research Technician II - Molecular & Cellular Biology
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Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX (In Person)
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Summary Dr. Putluri's lab is applying mass spectrometry technology to study metabolic profiling studies in cancer development and progression. Our lab established a robust research program in bladder cancer research. Job Duties Maintain laboratory equipment, ensure proper calibration, and manage inventory of laboratory supplies and consumables. Perform routine cell culture maintenance, including cell line propagation, quality control, and cryopreservation. Conduct molecular and biochemical assays, including qPCR, Western blotting, and mass spectrometry sample preparation. Maintain mouse colonies, including breeding, genotype, animal husbandry coordination, drug dosing, and tumor measurements. Collect, analyze, document, and organize experimental data and research results. Prepare figures, summaries, and presentations for weekly laboratory meetings and research discussions. Prepare laboratory buffers, reagents, media, and other materials required for daily laboratory operations. Coordinate sample transfers, collaborative experiments, and research activities with internal and external laboratories. Ensure compliance with institutional safety regulations, animal care protocols, and laboratory standard operating procedures. Work under junior faculties and postdocs and new laboratory personnel on experimental procedures and equipment usage. Support overall laboratory management, including record keeping, protocol documentation, and maintenance of research databases. Perform 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.