Research Technician II - Integrative Physiology
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7325592 (Ref:24177-en_US)
Posted: March 24, 2026
Job Description
Summary
A Research Technician II position is available under Dr. Hasini Ediriweera, a physician-scientist with a Ph.D. in Cell and Molecular Biology and clinical expertise in Med-Peds Cardiac Critical Care for both pediatric and adult populations, in collaboration with the laboratory of Dr. Irina Larina in the Department of Integrative Physiology at Baylor College of Medicine.
The Larina Lab investigates reproductive physiology and early embryonic development through innovative live imaging and genetic approaches in mice. Dr. Ediriweera’s research focuses on developmental cardiology and cardiac optogenetics, combining cutting-edge imaging modalities with optical and molecular tools to study heart function and development.
This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on research experience at the intersection of cardiac physiology, molecular biology, and bioengineering, ideal for aspiring medical students, scientists, or physician-scientists interested in translational cardiovascular research.
Job Duties
- Manages and maintains mouse colonies.
- Conducts genotyping and maintains accurate records.
- Performs histological analysis and basic molecular biology experiments.
- Assists with cardiac optogenetic studies and live imaging of embryonic and neonatal hearts.
- Performs mouse surgical procedures and participates in in vivo experimental setups.
- Collects, organizes, and analyzes imaging and molecular data.
- Assists in experimental design and data interpretation under supervision.
- Orders supplies and maintains lab inventory.
- Performs general and administrative lab duties as assigned.
- Upholds laboratory safety and ethical standards.
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Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
- No experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with maintaining mouse colonies.
- Experience with genotyping.
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.
