Research Assistant ADAPT Lab

Research Assistant I - (ADAPT) Lab

Location:

Houston Methodist Academic Institute, 6670 Bertner Ave, Houston TX, 77030.

Job
-5469 | Job Shift: Day | Job Type: Full Time.

The Research Assistant I at Houston Methodist is responsible for providing technical research support in performing experiments and managing data. Work may be conducted in a laboratory or office. Under direct supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), the assistant helps organize, tabulate, and analyze data, maintaining accurate records.

The Antibody Discovery and Accelerated Protein Therapeutics (ADAPT) lab seeks a Research Assistant I who is excited about synthetic biology research and eager to learn and contribute. The role focuses on high-throughput genetic engineering, laboratory automation, next‑generation sequencing, and computational data management. Experience with PCR, gene cloning, sequencing, bioinformatics, scripting, and lab automation is a plus.

Exempt

• Education
  • Bachelor of Arts or Science in a related field
• Experience
  • None
• Skills and Abilities
  • Demonstrates skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job.
  • Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English.
  • Communicates positively with patients, physicians, family members, and co‑workers.
  • Works well in a team and independently with minimal supervision.
  • Prioritizes frequently, shifts tasks quickly, and adapts to a rapidly changing environment.

• Actively participates in research planning meetings and provides meaningful contributions.
• Demonstrates teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance.
• Uses peer‑to‑peer accountability to improve department turnover, retention, and employee engagement.

• Performs 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.

• Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected.
• Ensures safe operation of appropriate laboratory equipment.
• Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement.

• Uses resources efficiently; evaluates and reports on inventory levels.
• Assists department management in product evaluations and utilization of existing products.

• Participates in the development of new laboratory procedures and analyses.
• Trains in new techniques as they emerge.
• Seeks learning opportunities beyond baseline competencies and updates the individual development plan (IDP) continuously.