Research Technician III

4 weeks ago


Houston, United States Baylor College of Medicine Full time
Summary

The Ray lab seeks a highly motivated candidate to assist with developing and building an automated, high throughput, closed loop assays for physiological and molecular assays aimed at defining disease mechanisms, creating diagnostic tests, and novel therapies. The work requires expertise in one or more of the following robotics, electrical engineering, and CAD/CAM manufacturing (i.e. CNC and 3D printing) and focus on maintaining current custom robotic platforms, building additional platforms, and improving current designs and approaches.

Job Duties

Designs and manufactures custom parts using computer aided design (i.e. Solidworks) and CNC milling, 3D printing, and laser cutting. Requires Hand tooling various materials (acrylic, polycarbonate, aluminum, copper, etc.). Designs Electrical circuit and PCB (w/outsourced production). Utilizes micro-boards and micro-computers (including programming) for controlling different actuators and sensors. Maintains current robotic platforms. Builds additional assay platforms for parallel experimentation. Improves current designs for increased efficiency and added features for new feedback loops and inputs. Keeps well organized notes and documentation. Works with key stake holders i.e. students, post-docs, research associates, and collaborators to determine user needs, identify areas of improvement, and initiate new projects. Maintains the good operating condition of the bioengineering core facility including clean up, waste disposal, safety compliance. Diagnoses and repairs broken equipment. Monitors shop consumables to ensure constant supply of stock. Orders shop/lab supplies and equipment. Negotiates effectively with vendors for effective pricing on materials.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement. One year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in a related field.

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

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