Research Assistant I Urology Gong at Houston Methodist

OverviewAt Houston Methodist the Research Assistant I position is responsible for providing technical research support in performing research experiments. Work could be performed in either a laboratory or office environment. Under direct supervision of thePrincipal Investigator (PI) the Research Assistant I assists in the organization tabulation and analysis of data. This position maintains records of data collected.Houston Methodist StandardPATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVEDRefer to departmental Scope of Service and Provision of Care plans as applicable for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity.HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONSProvide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values:INTEGRITY: We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.COMPASSION: We embrace the whole person including emotional ethical physical and spiritual needs.ACCOUNTABILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions.RESPECT: We treat every individual as a person of worth dignity and value.EXCELLENCE: We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.Practices the Caring and Serving ModelDelivers personalized service using HM Service StandardsProvides for exceptional patient/customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET Managing Up Key Words)Intentionally collaborates with other healthcare professionals involved in patients/customers or employees experiential journeys to ensure strong communication ease of access to information and a seamless experienceInvolves patients (customers) in shift/handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given jobActively supports the organizations vision fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE valuesResponsibilitiesPEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSActively participates in research planning meetings and provides meaningful contributions that drive decision-making and clearly identifies next steps.Demonstrates teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance achieve optimal department results.Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for turnover/retention/employee engagement.SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPerforms technical laboratory research.Accurately follows technical instruction in setting up and conducting experiments including biological assays quantitative and qualitative analyses.Provides updates on assigned experiments and research outcomes.QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSMaintains records of all tests performed and data collected.Ensures safe operation of appropriate laboratory equipment.Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement providing recommendations; contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSUses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Evaluates and reports on inventory levels. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.Assists department management in product evaluations and utilization of existing products.GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSParticipation in the development or establishment of new laboratory procedures including biological assays quantitative and qualitative analysis.Trains in new techniques as they emerge as appropriate.Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a researcher. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis.This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.QualificationsEDUCATIONBachelor of Arts or Science in a related fieldWORK EXPERIENCENoneLicense/CertificationLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIREDN/AKSA/ Supplemental DataKNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIESDemonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job determined through on-going skills competency assessments and performance evaluationsSufficient proficiency in speaking reading and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or securityAbility to effectively communicate with patients physicians family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principlesWorks well in a team environment as well as independently with minimal supervisionAbility to prioritize frequently quickly shift tasks and adapt to a rapidly changing environmentSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTSWORK ATTIREUniform NoScrubs YesBusiness professional YesOther (department approved) NoON-CALL**Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster Severe Weather Events etc) regardless of selection below.On Call* NoTRAVEL****Travel specifications may vary by department**May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area NoMay require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area NoCompany ProfileHouston Methodist Research Institute was formed in 2004 to rapidly and efficiently translate discoveries made in the laboratory and the clinic into new diagnostics therapies and treatments. The research institute was created to provide the infrastructure and support for these endeavors and to house the technology and resources needed to make innovative breakthroughs in important areas of human disease. A 540000 square foot building dedicated to research the research institute houses over 1500 staff and trainees 284 principal investigators and has more than 570 ongoing clinical trials. Key Skills Laboratory Experience,Spss,Data Collection,DNA Isolation,Stata,Biochemistry,Qualitative Research Interviewing,Research Experience,Statistical Software,Molecular Biology,Research Laboratory Experience,Western Blot Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1