Job Description
Summary
The lab is seeking an experienced researcher to join the Li Laboratory in the Section of Cardiovascular Research, Department of Medicine, with the goal of becoming a staff scientist in the lab. The lab investigates novel molecular mechanisms underlying atrial fibrillation and myopathy, cardiac conduction diseases, and inflammation-related cardiac diseases.
The lab uses a multidisciplinary approach that includes biochemistry, flow cytometry, single-cell transcriptomics, optical mapping, molecular cloning, and advanced phenotyping in transgenic mouse models. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment at the forefront of cardiovascular research.
Baylor College of Medicine typically follows similar to the NIH stipulated stipend guidelines for Postdoctoral Associates.
Job Duties
- Organizes and implements complex research plans.
- Develops new methods and techniques.
- Conducts experiments, data collection, and analysis.
- Interprets data and write detailed scientific reports.
- Mentors graduate and undergraduate students.
- Presents research findings regularly to peers and at national and international meetings.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
- No experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD or MD/PhD degree received within the past 4 years.
- Experience in molecular biology, immunology, or cardiac phenotyping.
- Prior research experience in cardiac electrophysiology or immunological sciences is a plus.
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.


