Research Assistant I - School of Dentistry (Part-Time/Temporary/Seasonal)

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare education institution as a Research Assistant I, where you'll support groundbreaking research projects. This part-time role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment. You'll work closely with senior research staff, conducting various research activities, maintaining laboratory standards, and contributing to meaningful scientific discoveries. With a focus on employee wellbeing, this organization provides a supportive atmosphere and numerous resources to help you thrive in your career. If you're passionate about research and eager to make a difference, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

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

• Conducts activities to support research projects under close direction.
• May maintain clean laboratory equipment and work area.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research activities according to research protocol.
• Collects, evaluates, and interprets research data for principal investigators.

Skills

General knowledge of research fields

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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.

UTHealth Houston's School of Dentistry is hiring for a part-time, non-benefits-eligibleResearch Assistant I to join their team on a seasonal/temporary basis.

This position is funded by grants that comprise 50% or more of the funding. Continued employment in this position is contingent upon the availability of funding for this position. Your employment may end upon the cancellation or discontinuation of the project, program or funding.

Location: 7500 Cambridge, Houston, Texas 77054

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 equates 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’ wellbeing 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:

• 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.

Certification/Skills:

General knowledge of research fields.

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's Degree required
• May substitute required education with equivalent years of experience beyond the minimum experience requirement.

Minimum Experience:

None

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.

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.