Research Assistant I/Ii - Imm-Texas Therapeutics Institute

Full time, Nonexempt position with the Institute of Molecular Medicine - Texas Therapeutics Institute, TMC Location
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under general directions of the PI or senior research staff, leads independent research projects or facilitates others' projects. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices.
POSITION KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Seeking a detail-oriented, organized and reliable Research Assistant to contribute to research related to cancer biology, immune-oncology, and new drug development (chemical compounds or therapeutic antibody). Primary activities will include carrying out experiments needed for research projects (which can lead to first-authored or co-authored papers), breeding and testing transgenic mice, lab ordering and supply stocking. Excellent communication and organizational skills are required.
Previous experiences with animal handling and cell culture are preferred. The successful candidate will maintain timely and accurate laboratory records and coordinate with other lab members to ensure efficient, timely and high-quality results.

1. Conducts research activities, under general directions, according to research. Research activities may include some or all of the following: traditional laboratory experiments and activities, informatics, and training and/or animal laboratories.
2. Maintains adequate level of lab supplies to assure timely achievement of lab activities. Ensures quality of reagents or other supplies.
3. Maintains accurate and timely records, including notebooks, records, databases, etc., as needed by the research projects.
4. Stays abreast of new and updated protocols for research department.
5. Complies with all governmental and University policies, rules, regulation and codes.
6. May participate in continuing education programs, workshops and seminars.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

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 Key Accountabilities:

1. 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.
2. May maintain clean laboratory equipment and/or work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
3. Collects, evaluates, and interprets research data to provide needed information to principal investigators and other researchers. Updates notebooks, records, and databases as needed.
4. Stays abreast of new and updated protocols for research department.
5. Orders laboratory and/or other supplies as directed by senior research staff.
6. As needed, may coordinate the work of laboratory technicians and assistants to ensure efficient, timely and high quality results.
7. Complies with all governmental and University policies, rules, regulations, and codes.
8. 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.