Senior Research Assistant - Single Cell Genomics Core
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7341232 (Ref:25194-en_US)
Posted: May 21, 2026
Job Description
Summary
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Senior Research Assistant to join our group as part of the Single Cell Genomics Core who will play a critical role in performing single cell transcriptomic analysis. The successful candidate should demonstrate the ability to quickly learn new technologies.
Job Duties
- Sample processing- Receive and process various biological samples using established protocols to generate single cell/ single nuclei suspensions.
- Perform QC on live cells and isolated nuclei by counting and viability assessment using microscope and automated cell counters, and ensuring samples meet standards for downstream single cell/single nuclei sequencing.
- Assist in optimizing existing nuclei isolation protocols for different tissue types and trouble shoot any technical issues that arise during samples preparation.
- Operate Chromium X platform and generate cDNA and libraries according to the core's standard operating procedures in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate and detailed lab notebook and records of all procedures and results.
- Perform other job related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or related field.
- Four years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in basic science or a related field.
- Relevant research experience in molecular biology.
- Experienced in techniques related to DNA and RNA handling is highly desired.
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.
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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