Research Assistant II - Microbiology And Molecular Genetics

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Houston is seeking a Research Assistant II in the Department of Microbiology & Molecular Genetics. The role involves supporting research projects, conducting laboratory experiments, and maintaining records. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and experience in molecular biology, genetics, or microbiology, along with a commitment to excellence in 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

Qualifications

• Experience in molecular biology, genetics, and/or microbiology.
• One year of related experience in a research or clinical lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research activities under general direction.
• Maintains accurate and timely records for research projects.
• Coordinates work of laboratory technicians and support staff.

Skills

Molecular biology

Genetics

Microbiology

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Research Assistant II - Microbiology And Molecular Genetics

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Research Assistant II - Microbiology And Molecular Genetics

Join to apply for the Research Assistant II - Microbiology And Molecular Genetics role at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston)

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.

We are hiring immediately for a Research Assistant II to join the UTHealth McGovern Medical School, Department of Microbiology & Molecular Genetics in Houston, TX 77030. Ideal candidate for this role should have previous experience in molecular biology, genetics, and/or microbiology. Anna Konovalova, PhD | McGovern Medical School

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 general direction of senior research staff, conducts activities to support research projects. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices.

Position Key Accountabilities:

• Conducts research activities, under general direction, according to research. 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.
• Maintains adequate level of lab supplies to assure timely achievement of lab activities.
• Maintains accurate and timely records to include notebooks, records, databases, etc. as needed by the research project.
• Monitors laboratory and/or other supplies to ensure sufficient inventory to support research projects. Ensures quality of reagents or other supplies.
• Stays abreast of new and updated protocols for research department
• As needed, coordinates the work of laboratory technicians, support staff and other assistants to ensure efficient, timely and high quality results. Answers questions or resolves problems regarding routine or more complex duties.
• Complies with all governmental and University policies, rules, regulation and codes.
• May participate in continuing education programs, workshops and seminars.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Certification/Skills:

• General knowledge and some detailed concepts of research field assigned.
  
  

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience in lieu of education.
  
  

Minimum Experience:

• One year of related experience in a research or clinical lab environment.
• May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement.
  
  

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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