Research Assistant I, PRN - Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

UTHealth; Town of Texas (WI); Remote; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Assistant to support a vital project focusing on Latino youth with autism. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful research while working in a supportive and flexible environment. Ideal candidates will be organized, detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills. The role is part-time, allowing for a balance between professional responsibilities and personal life. With a comprehensive benefits package, including paid medical premiums and generous time off, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the field of mental health research.

Benefits

100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees

Generous time off (around 37-38 days per year)

Longevity Pay after two years of service

Retirement/pension plan

Free financial and legal counseling

Free mental health counseling services

Gym membership discounts

Resources for child and elder care

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research activities under supervision according to protocols.
• Collect and interpret research data for principal investigators.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Interest in Social Science Research

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

This Research Assistant supports the UTHealth Houston's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences research project, “¡Iniciando! La Adultez (Launching! To Adulthood): A Cultural and Linguistic Adaptation of a Group Therapy Program for Young Adults with Neurodevelopmental Differences Transitioning to Adulthood." This program focuses on transitioning to adulthood for Spanish-speaking Latino youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

An ideal candidate would be someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and possesses strong communication skills, both written and verbal. They would be comfortable working independently in a remote setting and eager to learn new software and research methodologies. Bilingual preferred (Spanish/English), as well as a genuine interest in social science research, particularly in Latino mental health.

This role is a PRN position at 4.5 hours/week.

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:

• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equate to around 37-38 days per year)
• The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
• Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
• Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!

We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ well-being is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...

• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care
• Plus many more!

Position Summary:

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

Position Key Accountabilities:

1. 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.
2. May maintain clean laboratory equipment and/or work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
3. Collects, evaluates, and interprets research data to provide needed information to principal investigators and other researchers. Updates notebooks, records, and databases as needed.
4. Stays abreast of new and updated protocols for research department.
5. Orders laboratory and/or other supplies as directed by senior research staff.
6. As needed, may coordinate the work of laboratory technicians and assistants to ensure efficient, timely and high quality results.
7. Complies with all governmental and University policies, rules, regulations, and codes.
8. 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.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215.

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.