Summary
The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at Baylor College
of Medicine (BCM) is seeking a Junior Faculty position at the level
of Instructor. BCM is located within the Texas Medical Center in
Houston, a premier research and clinical environment.
Dr. Putluri's lab is applying mass spectrometry technology to study
metabolic profiling studies in cancer development and progression.
Our lab established a robust research program in bladder cancer
research.
The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual who can
both work independently and as a team member within a large
research laboratory setting.
Job Duties
• The project involves studying epigenetic mechanisms using in
vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo models. Conduct independent research in
the field of cancer metabolism.
• The focus of our laboratory is cancer metabolism and
tumorigenesis. The research work will involve a combination of
metabolomics, genomics, epigenomics, shRNA KD, CRISPR-gene editing
approaches, over expression and a variety of model systems
including cell line, organoids, mice and PDXs.
• Seeks external funding via grants
applications/submissions.
• Conducts literature searches and summarizes information in an
appropriate format for a particular study.
• Should write the IACUC, IRB and IBC reports and ensure these
are kept updated.
• Demonstrate competency in method development, execution, data
analysis, and interpretation of metabolomics profiling and
quantitative targeted assays.
• Collects, compiles, and analyzes data.
• Prepares and conducts laboratory research experiments.
• Collaborates with scientists out of the lab for
multidisciplinary study.
• Develops new model and technique to support the cancer-related
research in the lab.
• Operate all the mass spectrometry instrumentation needed for
the projects (training will be provided as needed)
• Document experimental procedures in precise details.
• Collect and compile imaging data.
• Assist in day-to-day operation of running scientific research
lab.
• Attend Lab Meetings
Minimum Qualifications
• Ph.D. in related field.
• Post-terminal degree education (e.g., residency, postdoctoral
training/fellowships).
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action/Equal Access Employer.
Requisition ID: 20060
Location: Houston, TX
Posted: Sept. 23, 2024, 8:37 p.m.
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