Research Scientist
Posted on: 6 Apr 2021
Houston, TX
Job Description
Job SummaryJOB SUMMARY
The Research Scientist is primarily engaged in research or research-related services to the institution, e.g. direction of research core facilities. The role is limited to one that is primarily supportive in nature. This includes scientists who are not on an independent path in terms of external grant funding and publications, and individuals whose job is to serve and support TMHRI.
The expectation for faculty on the Research Track is that full salary support must be maintained by the supervising faculty member(s). This salary support can be constituted from extramural funding, philanthropic funding, start up support, or any combination thereof.
Requirements:
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
PEOPLE (10%)
1. Under the direction of a Principal Investigator, coordinates and provides technical direction to the work activities of research staff engaged in projects (EF).
FINANCE (25%)
1. Participates in grant writing
2. Designs, develops, or adapts equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results (EF).
QUALITY/SAFETY (25%)
1. Establishes procedures to be applied for projects (EF).
2. Performs and supervises those procedures which require a highly developed technical skill (EF).
3. Follows all safety rules while on the job. Reports accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards.
4. Completes all hospital required and job-related in-services and applies the information as needed.
5. Reviews scientific literature (EF).
SERVICE (20%)
1. Analyzes data and interprets data (EF).
2. Demonstrates the components of the ICARE values statement.
3. Performs other duties as assigned.
GROWTH/INNOVATION (20%)
1. Compiles, writes, and submits project results to the principle investigator (EF).
2. Defines problems and possible solutions as dictated by the research project (EF).
3. Participates in writing manuscripts and publications
This position description is not intended to be all inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required. The Methodist Hospital reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Ph.D.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Varies
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED
None
Houston Methodist
Houston, TX
Houston Methodist comprises a leading academic medical center in the Texas Medical Center and six community hospitals serving the Greater Houston area. Each hospital is staffed by committed personnel who exemplify our I CARE values: integrity, compassion, accountability, respect and excellence. Patient safety, quality and service are our highest priorities.
Houston Methodist Hospital, the system's flagship, is consistently listed among U.S. News & World Report's best hospitals, and we extend that same level of quality care across the system. Other available centers include Houston Methodist Emergency Care Centers, the Houston Methodist Imaging Center, the Houston Methodist Breast Care Center and the Houston Methodist Outpatient Center.
Houston Methodist Research Institute is home to some of the world’s brightest physician-scientists, working in a collaborative environment on more than 800 clinical trials. The goal of the research institute is to quickly translate what is discovered in the lab into treatments for patients. The research institute is making great strides, bringing us even closer to medical breakthroughs in cardiovascular disease, cancer, infectious disease, neurosciences, diabetes and more.
At Houston Methodist, caring for our community means more than providing quality health care at our seven hospitals — it means supporting individuals and organizations that touch the lives of those who make up our community. Based on our I CARE values, our programs provide financial and medical assistance to more than 150,000 patients every year. In addition, this support also helps foster confidence, peace of mind and compassion to those individuals who are rebuilding their lives.
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