Research Assistant I - (ADAPT) Lab

About the role

The Research Assistant I position at Houston Methodist's Antibody Discovery and Accelerated Protein Therapeutics (ADAPT) lab is responsible for providing technical research support in performing research experiments. This position contributes to the discovery and development of therapeutics for infectious diseases using proteomics, artificial intelligence/machine learning-enabled protein engineering, and directed evolution.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the organization, tabulation, and analysis of data
• Maintains records of data collected
• Contributes to the creation of large numbers of gene variants and massive mutation libraries
• Works in a highly collaborative team to learn, apply, and develop techniques for the creation of large numbers of gene variants and massive mutation libraries
• Manages the scale of samples and interfaces with automated systems
• Provides updates on assigned experiments and research outcomes

Requirements

• Experience with molecular biology techniques (e.g. PCR, gene cloning, sequencing) is a plus
• Proficiency with bioinformatics, scripting languages, and/or lab automation

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor of Arts or Science in a related field

Experience: None

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job
• Communicates effectively with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers
• Works well in a team environment, as well as independently, with minimal supervision
• Prioritizes frequently, quickly shifts tasks, and adapts to a rapidly changing environment

Benefits

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

Pay

Salary commensurate with experience

Schedule

Full-time, Day Shift