Research Assistant II - Cardiovascular Surgery Research
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Research/Development
Research Assistant/Associate -
Healthcare
Division:
Texas Heart Institute k Arrangement:
Onsite only.
Location:
Houston, TX. Salary Range: $52,109 - $61,304. FLSA Status:
Exempt.
Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Texas Heart Institute at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a research assistant to support the Cardiovascular Surgery Research program within the Heart Center. Under the direction of the principal investigator, the research assistant will provide support during animal surgeries for biomedical devices such as artificial hearts, LVAD, and electrophysiology devices.
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
- Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or a related field.
- Three years of relevant experience.
- 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
Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among our 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. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
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