Houston Methodist · 1 day ago
Postdoctoral Fellow 0
Houston Methodist is a leading academic institution focused on research and healthcare. The Postdoctoral Fellow position involves performing basic research duties under the supervision of a Physician or Principal Investigator, contributing to the department's research mission and improving departmental outcomes.
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Responsibilities
Assists the physician in maintaining the functionality and operations of the Principal Investigator's (PI) laboratory
Promotes a positive work environment and leads the team to be dynamic and a focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results
Collaborates with all members of the department by actively communicating and reporting data in a comprehensive manner
Role models to team members effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication, which includes active listening and teaching, assisting in development of such skills
Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability
Develops research methods and performs research activities
Documents research results and writes reports of results for presentation and/or publication in professional journals and other publications
Follows all safety rules while on the job
Reports accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards
Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace
Assists with implementation and education of department-based safety initiatives, standards of practice and protocols
Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance and outcomes
Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement providing recommendations and contributes to meeting department and laboratory targets for quality and safety
Utilizes resources effectively and efficiently, demonstrating responsible financial stewardship
Manages own time effectively and prioritizes work to achieve maximum results in a timely manner
Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks
Participates in pertinent research activities and evidenced-based practice projects
Participates in departmental projects and activities
Acts as a change agent
Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development
Remains current on professional issues and clinical skills
Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis
Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management
Qualification
Required
Doctor of Medicine (MD) from an accredited medical school or Terminal Degree in a related field (A letter from the academic institution certifying that all student work is complete will be considered for Postdoctoral Fellow 0 only.)
Postdoctoral Fellow 0 - None Postdoctoral Fellow 1 - One year of Postdoc experience Postdoctoral Fellow 2 - Two years' Postdoc experience Postdoctoral Fellow 3 - Three years' Postdoc experience Postdoctoral Fellow 4 - Four years' Postdoc experience
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
Demonstrated knowledge of biomedical research
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in the workplace
Company
Houston Methodist
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers.
Funding
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