Preclinical Research Assistant I - Part-Time (Stroke)

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical premiums

Generous time off

Longevity Pay

Retirement plan

Job summary

UTHealth Houston is seeking a Research Assistant I to conduct and coordinate daily preclinical research on stroke and heart–brain interactions, including animal experiments, tissue collection, laboratory assays, data analysis, and accurate documentation.

The position is in the Neurology department, Non Exempt, Casual status with no benefits, and not to exceed 19.5 hours per week. Residency is required in Texas, with a strong emphasis on compliance and teamwork.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of research fields.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, performs laboratory experiments and activities to support research objectives.
• Collects, organizes and prepares research data to provide needed information to principal investigators and other researchers.
• Updates notebooks, records, and databases as needed.
• Maintains clean laboratory equipment and/or work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
• Orders laboratory and/or other supplies as directed by senior research staff.
• Stays abreast of new and updated procedures and protocols for the research laboratory. Must maintain compliance with required training.
• As needed, may coordinate the work of technicians to ensure efficient, timely and high-quality results.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

General knowledge of research fields

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

UTHealth Houston is seeking a Research Assistant I to conduct and coordinate daily preclinical research on stroke and heart–brain interactions, including animal experiments, tissue collection, laboratory assays, data analysis, and accurate documentation.

The position is in the Neurology department, Non Exempt, Casual status with no benefits, and not to exceed 19.5 hours per week. Residency is required in Texas, with a strong emphasis on compliance and teamwork.