About This Role
Research Scientists at Houston Methodist engage in research or provide research-related services to the institution, such as directing research core facilities. This position is primarily supportive, intended for scientists not on an independent path for external grant funding and publications, and for individuals whose job is to serve and support Houston Methodist. Faculty Research Scientists on the Research Track are expected to maintain full salary support from supervising faculty members, which can come from extramural funding, philanthropic funding, start-up support, or a combination thereof.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and provide technical direction to the work activities of research staff engaged in projects, under the direction of a Principle Investigator (PI)
- Perform procedures that require a highly developed technical skill
- Contribute towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, such as peer-to-peer accountability
- Design, develop, or adapt equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results
- Establish procedures to be applied for projects
- Participate in writing manuscripts and publications
- Compile, write, and submit project results to the principle investigator
- Analyze and interpret data
- Define problems and possible solutions as dictated by the research project
- Participate in writing specific grant(s)
- Utilize resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind
- Independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed
- Review scientific literature
- Seek opportunities to identify self-development needs and take appropriate action
- Ensure own career discussions occur with appropriate management
- Complete and update the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis
Requirements
- Doctorate degree in a related field
- Experience in a related field of study
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Demonstrated knowledge of biomedical research
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in the workplace
Important Details
- Work attire: Business professional or other department-approved attire
- On Call: No
- Travel: No travel within or outside the Houston Metropolitan area required
About the Company
Houston Methodist Academic Institute oversees the Education Institute and Research Institute, aligning research and education initiatives to serve the clinical mission by providing solutions for new technologies and skills needed for patient care. The Education Institute coordinates the primary academic affiliation with Weill Cornell Medicine and other joint programs, including the Engineering Medicine Program at Texas A&M University Intercollegiate School of Engineering Medicine. It also oversees continuing medical education and graduate medical education, supporting trainees in residence for medical, nursing, allied health, and research education programs. The Research Institute supports research programs and infrastructure, enabling faculty across the system to bring new scientific discoveries to patients rapidly through the full cycle of a cure, from conceptual bench research to prototyping, development, clinical trials, and FDA approval. It also supports clinical research protocols and extramurally funded translational research programs.
