Research Assistant I - School of Public Health (Brownsville)
We are hiring immediately for a full-time Research Assistant I to join the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in Brownsville, Texas. In this role, you will be working with the Brownsville SPH Salud y Vida & Border Health Resource Center.
About the role
Under general supervision, conducts basic/translational research which may include animal work and other activities according to research protocol. Research activities may include handling biological samples, laboratory experiments, data collection, and maintaining research records.
Responsibilities
- Performs laboratory experiments and activities to support research objectives.
- Collects, organizes, and prepares research data to provide needed information to principal investigators and other researchers.
- Updates notebooks, records, and databases as needed.
- Maintains clean laboratory equipment and/or work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
- Orders laboratory and/or other supplies as directed by senior research staff.
- Stays abreast of new and updated procedures and protocols for the research laboratory; maintains compliance with required training.
- May participate in continuing education programs, seminars, and workshops.
- May coordinate the work of technicians to ensure efficient, timely, and high-quality results.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree required (may substitute with equivalent years of experience beyond the minimum).
- Experience with pipetting, specimen handling, centrifuging, aliquoting human blood, archiving, and inventorying of human specimens (preferred).
- Strong pipetting skills (preferred).
Physical Requirements
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
Benefits
- 100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees.
- Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation, and sick time – totaling around 37-38 days per year).
- Vacation accrual increases with longevity.
- Longevity Pay (monthly payments after two years of service).
- Retirement/pension plan.
- Free financial and legal counseling.
- Free mental health counseling services.
- Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs.
- Employee discounts (entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.).
- Resources for child and elder care.
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas. This position is security-sensitive pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215 and Texas Government Code 411.094.