Research Assistant II - Cardiovascular Surgery Research

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 investigator
• 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
• Assist 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

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or a related field
• Three years of relevant experience
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout employment; this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Qualifications

• 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