Houston Methodist Academic Institute

Research Assistant I

Houston, Harris County

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 1 day ago

Process ImprovementCustomer SupportClinical TrialsClinical ResearchFDA RegulatoryResearch

About the role

Work could be performed in either a laboratory or office environment.
Under direct supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), the Research Assistant I assists in the organization, tabulation and analysis of data.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.

At Houston Methodist, the Research Assistant I position is responsible for providing technical research support in performing research experiments.
This position maintains records of data collected.
Actively participates in research planning meetings and provides meaningful contributions that drive decision-making and clearly identifies next steps.
Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Evaluates and reports on inventory levels. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.

Bachelor of Arts or Science in a related field
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

Works well in a team environment, as well as independently, with minimal supervision
Ability to prioritize frequently, quickly shift tasks, and adapt to a rapidly changing environment
Demonstrates teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance achieve optimal department results.
Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for turnover/retention/employee engagement.
Performs technical laboratory research.
Provides updates on assigned experiments and research outcomes.
Ensures safe operation of appropriate laboratory equipment.

Houston Methodist Academic Institute oversees the Education Institute and Research Institute.
The Academic Institute aligns our research and education initiatives in service to the clinical mission, providing solutions that answer the call for new technologies and skills our clinicians need for patient care.
Houston Methodist Education Institute coordinates our primary academic affiliation with Weill Cornell Medicine and other joint programs, including the Engineering Medicine Program at Texas A&M University Intercollegiate School of Engineering Medicine.
The Education Institute also oversees continuing medical education and graduate medical education, and supports trainees in residence for medical, nursing, allied health and research education programs.
Houston Methodist Research Institute supports research programs and infrastructure that enable faculty across the system to bring new scientific discoveries to patients as rapidly as possible through the full cycle of a cure from conceptual bench research, to prototyping and development, to clinical trials and FDA approval.
The Research Institute supports clinical research protocols and extramurally funded translational research programs.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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