Job Description
Summary
Research Technician II to work on insect transgenesis and genome editing.
Job Duties
- Performs embryo injections in Drosophila and Schistocerca.
- Clones constructs to perform crispr genome editing.
- Performs DNA/RNA extractions, plasmid mini, midi and maxi preps.
- Conducts basic fly genetics and animal/insect husbandry.
- Works with instructors/postdoctoral fellows to assist in experiments.
- Works on molecular and human genetics.
- Performs transgenesis, molecular biology and cloning with complex iterative cloning methods.
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
- BS in basic biology, genetics or neuroscience.
- Background in invertebrate biology and transgenesis are a plus.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
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Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.
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