Research Assistant – TB & COVID Labs - Military veterans preferred

Description:

The Research Assistant will assist Staff Scientists, Postdocs and other members of the TB team with day to day tasks that may include performing research and data management.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Performing and assisting team members in molecular biology experiments, including isolation and purification of DNA, RNA and PCR and quantitative RT-PCR.
• Performing and assisting in immunology experiments including tissue culture, blood processing, isolation of lymphocytes and macrophages etc.
• Assisting in the laboratory work by preparing various biochemical reagents, maintaining and stocking the laboratory, keeping inventory for various studies, assisting with shipping and receiving non-infectious and/or biohazard material to various collaborators and government institutions, etc., as advised by the PI or other senior members of the laboratory. Performing and assisting in microbiological experiments, including preparation of media and bacterial culturing and modification.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work relative to the field of assignment. General working knowledge of Biosafety level 2 (BSL2) bio containment principles and protocols for animal and laboratory space. Prior Biosafety level 3 (BSL3) experience is desired, but not required for employment.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Working conditions involve the requirement to follow basic safety precautions in a BSL2 and BSL3 facility and performs work on various strains of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (TB), Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2), and Simian immunodeficiency virus (SIV). Physical demands include moderate physical activity that includes prolonged standing and/or walking, handling moderate weight objects and/or using or carrying equipment. Individuals may be offered or in some cases required to have vaccinations against the relevant agents. Participation in medical monitoring and surveillance program is required. Safety training and protective clothing will be provided.

WHO WE ARE:

Texas Biomedical Research Institute is one of the world's leading independent biomedical research institutions dedicated to advancing global human health through innovative biomedical research. Texas Biomed aims to unravel the mysteries of infectious diseases through innovative thinking, creative problem solving and cutting-edge technologies.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Competitive pay and career development opportunities
• 7% Employer-Funded retirement contribution starting day one
• Full insurance benefits
• Holidays, PTO and a paid week off in the last week of December!
• We are proud of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging!

Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Requirements:

Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

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