week) Research Assistant III - Internal Medicine, General

UTHealth Houston•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a Research Assistant III (Casual – up 19.5hrs/week - not benefits eligible) to join the UTHealth Houston McGovern Medical School Department of Internal Medicine, General Division in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will support the successful implementation of a "real-world" sponsored clinical research study within a busy outpatient clinical research environment. This position offers exceptional exposure to standard patient care focused on HIV prevention through pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), allowing the successful candidate to gain experience in evidence-based preventive medicine, clinical research operations, and patient-centered care. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and dependable, with a strong understanding of medical terminology, medication review, and clinical documentation. Candidates should demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to accurately follow complex clinical trial procedures while maintaining strict participant confidentiality and data integrity. Previous experience in clinical research or healthcare is preferred but not required for highly motivated candidates with a strong interest in infectious diseases, HIV prevention, or clinical research. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required
Two (2) years of related experience in a research or clinical lab environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with clinical trials or in healthcare, preferred.
Strong interest in infectious diseases, HIV prevention, or clinical research preferred.
Knowledge of Excel, Adobe, poster-making skills, PowerPoint, preferred.
May substitute required education with equivalent years of experience beyond the minimum experience requirement.
May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement.

Responsibilities

Under minimal supervision, implements planned research experiments according to research protocol.
Maintains accurate and timely records which may include notebooks, records, databases, etc. as needed by the research project. May assist in the preparation and writing of research reports, manuscripts, papers, and grant proposals for presentation and publication.
Maintains clean laboratory equipment and/or work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
Monitors laboratory and/or other supplies to ensure sufficient inventory to support research projects. Ensures quality of reagents or other supplies.
Stays abreast of new and updated procedures and protocols for research laboratory. Must complete required training. May participates in continuing education programs, seminars, and workshops.
May provide guidance and training for support staff to ensure efficient, timely and high-quality results.
May provide updates to Principal Investigator regarding research progress.
Makes independent decisions as required, which may impact research team or assigned project.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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!
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