Molecular & Human Genetics; Instructor

Job Title:

Molecular & Human Genetics (Instructor)

Division:
Molecular and Human Genetics

Work Arrangement:

Location:

Houston, TX

Salary Range:

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Work Schedule:

The Park Laboratory in the Department of Molecular and Human Genetics seeks to recruit a Junior Faculty member at the Instructor level to oversee general laboratory operations, coordinate multidisciplinary research projects, and to supervise graduate and undergraduate trainees.

We are seeking a highly motivated, independent, and collaborative scientist with a strong interest in skeletal biology, particularly the study of stem and progenitor cells that regulate bone and tendon development, tissue regeneration, and the bone marrow hematopoietic stem cell niche.

The ideal candidate will have an established track records and publications in basic stem cell research, scRNA-seq and ATAC-seq analysis, and cutting-edge FACS and imaging technology. The candidate will have ability to work in animal and IRB protocols, ability to work on new and on-going projects funded by NIH and ability to effectively teach undergraduate and/or graduate student research.

Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant biomedical science field. The candidates should have strong foundation and publication in bone stem cell and developmental biology. Demonstrated ability to independently design, conduct, and interpret research studies as a PI. Significant experience in stem cell research and grant applications with expertise in animal surgery, immunohistochemistry, imaging techniques, and single-cell genomics.

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. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.