Research Assistant I - Neurology (Movement) at UTHealth

Posted in General Business about 3 hours ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Houston, Texas





Job Description:

Research Assistant I - Neurology (Movement) - full-time nonexempt position, located at 6431 Fannin St., Houston, Texas 77030.

We value bilingual (Spanish-English) proficiency as a strong asset, though it is not a mandatory requirement. Also, prefer a minimum ideal commitment of two years.

In this role, the individual will:

Recruit and interview patients with neurodegenerative diseases and healthy controls.

Administer validated scales to collect neuropsychiatric data.

Collect and process blood samples for analysis; phlebotomy training will be provided.

Maintain and organize study documents and datasets systematically.

Conduct biochemical assays (e.g., ELISA, Multiplex) under supervision and guidance.

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.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Certification/Skills:

    General knowledge of research fields.

    Minimum Education:

    Bachelor's degree or relevant experience in lieu of education.

    Minimum Experience:

    No years of experience.

    Physical Requirements:

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





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