Senior Technical Assistant

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston seeks a proactive research support associate in Biomedical Engineering to assist with data preparation, monitor experiments, and maintain rigorous adherence to procedures. The role involves basic data analyses and training junior staff as needed.

The ideal candidate will organize the lab, track inventory, perform cell culture, extract primary cells, and help prepare reports for ongoing studies, adapting quickly to a dynamic research environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 0 years of experience acceptable.
• Criminal history check required for all UH positions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lab organization and equipment.
• Track inventory and supply usage.
• Perform routine cell culture across multiple cell types.
• Extract primary cells for experiments.
• Support ongoing research studies and contribute to reports.

Skills

Data analysis

Experiment monitoring

Laboratory procedures

Training others

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cell culture techniques

Inventory tracking

Job description

Department: Biomedical Engineering Salary: 16.63 - 18.73

Description

Provides assistance and expertise in various areas of research such as preparation of results for presentation, monitoring test subjects, gathering and entering data, ensuring adherence to procedures, and basic analyses of data.

• Ensures experiments are performed according to specifications.
• May make practical recommendations to changes in procedures as appropriate.
• Applies advanced skills.
• Varied and Non standardized duties.
• Performs advanced functions and copes independently with new or complex situations.
• Receives minimal supervision. May orient, guide and/or train employees.

Additional Posting Information

We are seeking a proactive self-starter to join our research team. The ideal candidate adapts rapidly to a dynamic environment.

Primary responsibilities include maintaining lab organization, tracking inventory, performing routine cell culture across multiple cell types, extracting primary cells, supporting ongoing research studies, and preparing reports.

The ideal candidate picks up new procedures quickly, possesses excellent time management skills, and demonstrates strong attention to detail.

Experience Will Be Considered In Lieu Of Education.

MQ: Bachelor's Degree with 0 years of experience.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.