Research Assistant I - Neurology (Movement) (Finance)

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.