The Zoghbi Lab at the Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a driven and curious Research Technician III to join our group. Dr. Zoghbi is a professor of pediatrics, molecular and human genetics, neuroscience, and neurology at Baylor College of Medicine and is director of the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute at Texas Children’s Hospital. Huda Zoghbi wants to understand the mechanisms underlying brain development and degeneration. Working primarily in mouse models and humans, Zoghbi and her team study the activities of proteins involved in neuropsychiatric disorders such as Rett syndrome, MECP2 duplication syndrome, and mania. They also collaborate with labs studying Drosophila to study the function of proteins that accumulate in late-onset degenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and inherited movement disorders such as Spinocerebellar ataxia type 1 (SCA1). The team’s goal is to find ways to reduce abnormal accumulation of proteins in degenerative conditions and normalize protein levels in developmental diseases. For more information about the lab visit:
- A vibrant research environment investigating neurological disorders.
- A competitive compensation package.
- Opportunity to work in a small, diverse, and encouraging research environment.
- A flexible schedule.
- Well-rounded training in techniques and soft skills.
- One on one mentorship, and support/training for the next stage of your career.
- Oversee mouse colony of various neurological mutant mice.
- Perform complex scientific procedures and operate complex scientific equipment.
- Perform a variety of laboratory and investigative procedures including DNA transfections and transductions, plate-based assays, and imaging.
- Use specialized software applications to assemble, format, and manipulate experimental data, and/or perform statistical analyses of data.
- Prepare and present written and oral reports of experimental results.
- Assist in the writing and editing of manuscripts and participate in the assembly, organization, and presentation of experimental data.
- May train and direct the work of other laboratory personnel with respect to proper laboratory techniques, use of laboratory equipment, and safety procedures.
- May direct the operation of one or more major functions of the research laboratory.
- May evaluate and assist in the selection of new equipment and development of laboratory procedures.
- Bachelor of Science degree in an appropriate field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Four or more years of related research experience.
- Familiarity with tissue culture and sterile techniques.
- Knowledge in a specific research area and general knowledge in broad areas of research.
- Ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a diverse population.
- Able to critically review information. Understands new concepts with minimal assistance.
- Ability to develop novel or innovative techniques to address research problems.
- Ability to develop instructional materials for training purposes.
- Ability to review goals, analyze processes necessary to achieve those goals, and develop techniques and systems required to meet those goals. Often explores new areas and seeks opportunities to apply new knowledge to work.