Research Assistant II - Pediatric Surgery

Pediatric Surgery Lab, Regenerative Medicine

Located at 1881 East Road, Houston, Texas 77054

Summary

As a member of the Dept of Pediatric Surgery's Children's Program in Regenerative Medicine and a collaborator with the Center for Translational Injury Research (CeTIR), the applicant will perform basic/ translational research to support several projects. These projects include a study of the effects of fibrinolysis products on the blood-brain barrier following hemorrhage and trauma and the role of bone-marrow resident monocytes in the efficacy of autologous bone marrow mononuclear cells to treat traumatic brain injury.

These projects may include animal work and other research activities. Research activities may include some or all of the following: handle biological samples, perform laboratory experiments and activities, and data collection. A successful candidate is expected to be well versed in common biological research techniques (western blot, immunohistochemistry, aseptic cell culture, ELISA) and work well in teams. Candidate will be expected to manage their own progress across several activities and be able to perform and report analyzed data.

Essential Functions

• Under general direction, performs laboratory experiments and activities to support research objectives.

• Maintains accurate and timely documentation including notebooks, records, databases, etc. as needed by the research project. May prepare graphic representations of data results.

• Maintains clean laboratory equipment and/or work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.

• Under general direction, monitors laboratory and/or other supplies to ensure sufficient inventory to support research projects in a timely manner.

• Stays abreast of new and updated procedures and protocols for research laboratory. Must maintain compliance with required training. May participates in continuing education programs, seminars, and workshops.

• As needed, coordinates the work of laboratory technicians, support staff and other assistants to ensure efficient, timely and high quality results. Answers questions or resolves problems regarding routine or more complex duties.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Position Summary

Under general direction, conducts basic/ translational research, which may include animal work and other research activities. Research activities may include some or all of the following: handle biological samples, perform laboratory experiments and activities, and data collection. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices.

Position Key Accountabilities

• Under general direction, performs laboratory experiments and activities to support research objectives.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation including notebooks, records, databases, etc. as needed by the research project. May prepare graphic representations of data results.
• Maintains clean laboratory equipment and/or work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
• Under…