Research Assistant II
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7272055 (Ref:20272-en_US)
Posted: August 13, 2024
Job Description
Summary
The Division of Cardiothoracic Transplant Surgery is seeking a qualified Research Assistant II to supervise a cardiac database, assist with case reports, perform data cleanup, and support the dissemination of clinical research through presentations and publications. This position will be under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator. The selected candidate will provide research support in a hospital setting.
Job Duties
- Supervises limited research projects, including the Brockman Research Project, following general plans approved by the principal investigator.
- Plans, directs, and conducts research experiments.
- Selects, evaluates, and determines appropriate research procedures.
- Collects, compiles, and analyzes data, including clinical data.
- Documents and interprets the results of experiments and reports to the Principal Investigator.
- Conducts literature searches and summarizes information in an appropriate format for studies.
- Prepares presentations and assists with publications.
- May develop and modify computer programs.
- Defines problems and possible solutions.
- Trains and orients less experienced research staff.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or a related field.
- Three years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in basic science or a related field.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
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Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.
