Research Assistant II - Cardiovascular Surgery Research

Job Duties: Document quality assurance and scientific data following Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards Perform animal laboratory experiments under the direction of the lab director and principal investigation Support instrument and equipment maintenance/sterilization Review relevant scientific literature and summarize findings Record results and document outcomes of experiments in accordance with established protocols Provide supervision of animals in conjunction with Center for Comparative Medicine staff Assisting as a surgical technician during animal procedures Provide animal anesthesia under the supervision of the investigator and clinical veterinarian Perform other job related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or a related field. Three years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in a basic science or related field. Preference given to MD/DVM candidates from international medical schools Preferred experience in a surgical setting Experience with GLP animal studies Work Authorization Requirement: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer. Requisition ID: 26466