Researcher 2 Nat Phys Science - Biomedical Engineering
About the role
Provides expertise in support of research projects in engineering, biology, mathematics, statistics, computer science, physics, etc. Prepares and edits research papers, proposal, and reports. Performs advanced testing procedures and analyses of data. May prepare samples for testing. Performs advanced testing procedures and performs analyses of data. May contribute to grant proposal development. Ensures experiments are performed according to specifications. May make recommendations to changes in procedure, processes, or experimental design. Understands and applies broad theoretical concepts. Develops understanding of specialized scientific or engineering field. Develops leadership and management skills.
Responsibilities
- Performs experiments and provides data to PIs under the direction of the PIs of the lab.
- May prepare samples for testing.
- May contribute to grant proposal development.
- Ensures experiments are performed according to specifications.
- Makes recommendations to changes in procedure, processes, or experimental design.
Requirements
- Bachelor's in biochemistry or cell biology with 3-year experience.
- Prior experience in molecular biology is preferred.
Qualifications
MQ: Bachelor's Degree with 3 years experience.
Skills
None specifically listed.
Benefits
Not specified.
Pay
Commensurate with Experience/Education.
Schedule
Not specified.
Additional Posting Information
A Researcher 2 position is available in a laboratory devoted to biochemical and molecular studies of the mammalian retina in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Houston. The lab employs molecular, cellular, electrophysiological and biochemical approaches to investigate the mechanism of photoreceptor cell death and the application of gene therapy in mice expressing mutant forms of photoreceptor-specific genes that are equivalent to human variants. To work under the directions of the PIs of the lab to perform experiments and provide data to PIs.