Research Technician I - Ophthalmology & Visual Science

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

Job summary

Join a leading institution in healthcare education and research! This entry-level research position offers a chance to contribute to groundbreaking studies in ophthalmology. You will assist in clinical and translational research, working with a dedicated team focused on innovation and patient care. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 100% paid medical premiums, generous time off, and a supportive work environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and are ready to kickstart your career in research, 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

Resources for child and elder care

Qualifications

• Entry-level technical assistance in research projects.
• Preferred six months of experience in a research lab.

Responsibilities

• Conducts routine tests in a clinical laboratory setting.
• Collects and prepares research data and lab solutions.
• Orders laboratory supplies and performs custodial duties.

Skills

Data analysis

Database management

Literature review

Clinical data collection

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Autoclave machine

Pipet washer

Centrifuge

Microscope

Ultraviolet light microscope

Job description

The department has long been recognized as a leader in research, patient care and education. As a department in an academic health center, we train residents and fellows, as well as providing clinical experience to medical students.

Our Mission is to be the most trusted institution in ophthalmology by providing excellent, comprehensive and compassionate care for all patients, spearheading innovation and research, and educating the future leaders in ophthalmology. Our research laboratories provide an excellent education for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, and our clinical research unit, located on the 19th floor of the Memorial Hermann Medical Plaza, provides research opportunities for our residents, medical students, and fellows.

The research position will help with clinical and translational research in fields of cornea, ocular surface, ocular oncology, and refractive surgery. Duties may include literature review, helping with study design, submission of IRB protocols, patient recruitment, chart reviews, collection of study results, data analysis, database management, manuscript reparation, and coordinating research projects. They may also perform image analysis and help with translation research. They may also perform clinical and translational imaging as required for research.

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 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:

Provides routine, entry-level technical assistance in carrying out assigned duties of research projects.

Position Key Accountabilities:

1. Conducts various routine tests in a clinical and/or diagnostic laboratory setting involved in research.
2. Collects research and clinical data in accordance with requested method.
3. Prepares lab solutions for simple and more complex biochemical experiments and clinical tests. Performs tests using autoclave machine, pipet washer, centrifuge, microscope, and ultraviolent light microscope with fluorescent detachments.
4. Performs autoclaving and disposal of biohazardous materials.
5. Collects and duplicates reference material.
6. Washes, dries, and sterilizes laboratory glassware and instruments. Distributes clean glassware to appropriate laboratories.
7. Orders laboratory supplies.
8. Performs custodial laboratory duties.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

None.

Minimum Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Experience:

No experience necessary. Six months of experience in research lab preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 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.