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

UTHealth in; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare education is seeking a part-time Research Assistant I to support research projects at its School of Dentistry. This temporary role involves conducting research activities, recruiting patients, and maintaining laboratory equipment. The institution values its employees, offering a comprehensive rewards package including generous time off and wellness programs. If you are passionate about research and want to contribute to meaningful projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

100% paid medical premiums

Generous time off

Longevity Pay

Retirement/pension plan

Free financial and legal counseling

Free mental health counseling

Gym membership discounts

Employee discounts

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conducts research activities under close supervision.
• Maintains clean laboratory equipment and ensures a safe work environment.

Skills

General knowledge of research fields

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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

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

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-eligible Research 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.