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.

We are seeking to fulfill our need for experienced research to execute pre-IND enabling studies using adoptive cell-based therapies for the treatment of cancer. The candidate for this position should have experience in molecular biology techniques, cell culture and genomic analyses. Furthermore, the candidate for this position should understand the regulatory landscape involved in meeting FDA requirements for the development of cell-based therapeutics.

The candidate is expected oversee a research project in our laboratory group to perform and analyze cell and tumor materials. Cell culture-based experiments and the handling of animal tissues will be required. Specifically, this candidate will be involved in translational research focused on gaining FDA approval of cell-based therapies. Additionally, pre-IND enabling research and development activities related to small molecule compound development are a responsibility for this position.

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. It is expected that this candidate will be able to write detailed reports and other complex reporting requirements associated with FDA approval of therapies for use in first-in-human clinical trials.

Education required or desired terminal degree.

Post terminal degree education (e.g., residency, postdoctoral training/fellowships).

Certifications/Registrations/Licensure required for the position.

Previous experience (e.g., clinical, research, teaching).

Other desired qualifications (e.g., grants, bilingual, awards, etc.) • Post terminal degree education (e.g., residency, postdoctoral training/fellowships).

Baylor College of Medicine requires employees to be fully vaccinated -subject to approved exemptions-against vaccine-preventable diseases including, but not limited to, COVID-19 and influenza.

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

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