Research Assistant I/II - Integrative Biology & Pharmacology

at  UTHealth Houston

Full time, nonexempt position in McGovern Medical School, Integrative Biology and Pharmacology.
Basic knowledge of biology and biomedical research and the ability to read research literatures are needed. For a Research Assistant II position, previous research experience is expected. Will be managing and handling the mice.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under close direction of senior research staff, conducts activities to support research projects.

POSITION KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Under close supervision, conducts research activities according to research protocol. Research activities may include some or all of the following: patient recruiting and screening, traditional laboratory experiments and activities, informatics, field interviewer recruiting, screening and training and/or animal laboratories.
• May maintain clean laboratory equipment and/or work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
• Collects, evaluates, and interprets research data to provide needed information to principal investigators and other researchers. Updates notebooks, records, and databases as needed.
• Stays abreast of new and updated protocols for research department.
• Orders laboratory and/or other supplies as directed by senior research staff.
• As needed, may coordinate the work of laboratory technicians and assistants to ensure efficient, timely and high quality results.
• Complies with all governmental and University policies, rules, regulations, and codes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

CERTIFICATION/SKILLS:

General knowledge of research fields.

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience in lieu of education.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

No years of experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds constantly and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
This position may include work involving potentially hazardous chemical, biological or radioactive agents.

Please refer the Job description for details