Research Technician

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

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
• Ability to communicate effectively and escalate utilizing problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Effective time management skills
• Experience with computer spreadsheets or databases
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Ability to utilize independent judgment

Essential Functions

• People Essential Functions:
• Demonstrates teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance to achieve optimal department results.
• Collaborates with all members of the laboratory team by actively communicating, providing meaningful contributions and reporting pertinent information as it relates to assigned system(s) in a comprehensive manner.
• Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for turnover/retention/employee engagement
• Service Essential Functions:
• Performs bench chemistry, microbiology, molecular biology or other scientific techniques according to protocol.
• Accurately conducts microscope work and basic image analysis.
• Quality/Safety Essential Functions:
• Conducts the safe collection and handling of human/animal tissue, blood or other biological specimens which includes animal handling and may include basic animal husbandry.
• Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement providing recommendations and contributes to meeting departmental and hospital targets for quality and safety.
• Finance Essential Functions:
• Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively, reducing incidental overtime, and prioritizes daily tasks.
• Collaborates with management to order appropriate laboratory supplies and equipment within the department.
• Growth/Innovation Essential Functions:
• Participates in department initiatives, projects and shared governance activities.
• Trains in new techniques and procedures as they emerge, as appropriate.
• Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis.

Supplemental Requirements

• Work Attire: Uniform: No, Scrubs: Yes, Business professional: Yes, Other (department approved): No
• On Call*: No
• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: No
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No

About the Role

Research Technician at 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.

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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