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Houston Methodist · 1 day ago

Research Assistant - Infectious Disease - Smallwood

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

4+ years exp

Houston Methodist is a leading academic institute dedicated to healthcare and research. They are seeking a Research Assistant in Infectious Disease to support laboratory functions, collaborate with research teams, and contribute to departmental safety initiatives while managing various scientific techniques.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

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

Participates in laboratory and/or department meetings

Role models excellent, clear and professional communication skills to achieve mutual understanding and problem resolution

Demonstrates a positive work environment and contributes to a team-focused work environment that actively helps one another achieve department goals

Collaborates with all members of the research team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent information as it relates to assigned system(s) in a comprehensive manner

Performs chemistry, microbiology, molecular biology or other scientific techniques with sufficient autonomy under the general experimental guidance of the Principal Investigator (PI)

Assists with implementation and education of department-based safety initiatives and standards of practice

May perform collection of blood, tissue or other biological specimen

May perform bench chemistry, microbiology, molecular biology or other scientific techniques with sufficient autonomy under the general experimental guidance of the PI

Reviews work of research team

Collects, records, compiles and analyzes complex data

Leads the implementation and education of departmental based safety initiatives and standards of practice

Oversees equipment calibration, certification and maintenance agreements

Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies

Evaluates and reports on inventory levels

Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks

Contributes towards department financial targets, optimizing efficiency and other areas according to department specifications

Participation in the development or establishment of new laboratory and/or department procedures

Trains in new techniques as they emerge as appropriate

Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management

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

Qualification

Research experienceMolecular biology techniquesMicrobiology techniquesLeadership skillsCommunication skillsCustomer service focusSafety initiativesProblem-solving skillsProject management

Required

Bachelor of Arts or Science in a related field

Four years' relevant experience in research and/or academic field

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

Demonstrates independent judgment and discretion to recognize problems, identify causes and take corrective action

Demonstrates strong training, leadership and mentoring skills

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects, quickly shift tasks and adapt to a rapidly changing environment

Ability to offer suggestions and implement change to enhance efficiency and organization of department operations

Company

Houston Methodist

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Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers.

Founded in 1919

Houston, Texas, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.houstonmethodist.org/

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