Research Assistant I

About the role

The Research Assistant I position at Houston Methodist Academic Institute is responsible for providing technical research support in performing research experiments. The role can be performed in either a laboratory or office environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the organization, tabulation, and analysis of data under direct supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI).
• Maintains records of data collected.
• Accurately follows technical instruction in setting up and conducting experiments, including biological assays, quantitative and qualitative analyses.
• Provides updates on assigned experiments and research outcomes.
• Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected.
• Ensures safe operation of appropriate laboratory equipment.
• Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement, providing recommendations.
• Trains in new techniques as they emerge as appropriate.
• Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Arts or Science in a related field.
• Experience: None.
• Skills and Abilities: Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations; sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security; 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.

Skills

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
• 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.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

N/A.