Intern/Aide
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7356984 (Ref:25488-en_US)
Posted: June 11, 2026
Job Description
Summary
The Intern/Aide will provide essential support for laboratory research activities, with a focus on cell culture and general lab operations. Responsibilities include maintaining and passaging various cell lines while ensuring optimal growth conditions and sterility. The intern will perform routine PCR-based mycoplasma testing to safeguard culture integrity and contribute to the reliability of research outcomes.
In addition to technical duties, the intern will assist with day-to-day laboratory maintenance, including autoclaving equipment, organizing supplies, and maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment. They will prepare reagents and solutions to support ongoing projects led by senior faculty and contribute to imaging and cell culture data collection and organization.
The role emphasizes the development of foundational laboratory skills, including proper use of scientific instrumentation (training provided as needed), accurate documentation of experimental procedures, and adherence to lab protocols. The intern will also reflect on laboratory experiences to strengthen the connection between theoretical knowledge and practical application.
This position is designed to support students pursuing advanced education in biomedical sciences, including MD or PhD pathways, by fostering technical competency, research awareness, and professional growth within an academic research environment.
Job Purpose
Provides temporary administrative or laboratory support to a department while gaining practical work experience.
Job Duties
- Performs entry level administrative or laboratory duties.
- May observe tasks related to field of study or career interest.
- May assists with special projects/programs.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Must be enrolled in high school, trade/vocational school or higher education institution.
Work Authorization Requirement:
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
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.
