Job description

Come lead with us at Houston Methodist Academic Institute

At Houston Methodist, the Research Scientist position is responsible for engaging in research or research-related services to the institution, e.g. direction of research core facilities. The position is limited to one that is primarily supportive in nature which 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 Houston Methodist. The expectation for faculty Research Scientist position on the Research Track is that full salary support must be maintained by the supervising faculty member(s) which can be constituted from extramural funding, philanthropic funding, start up support, or any combination thereof.

People Essential Functions

Under the direction of a Principle Investigator (PI), coordinates and provides technical direction to the work activities of research staff engaged in projects.
Performs procedures which require a highly developed technical skill.
Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.

Service Essential Functions

Designs, develops, or adapts equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results.
Establishes procedures to be applied for projects.
Participates in writing manuscripts and publications.

Quality/Safety Essential Functions

Compiles, writes, and submits project results to the principle investigator.
Designs, develops, or adapts equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results.
Analyzes data and interprets data.
Defines problems and possible solutions as dictated by the research project.

Finance Essential Functions

Participates in grant writing the specific grant(s).
Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed.

Growth/Innovation Essential Functions

Reviews scientific literature.
Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

EDUCATION

Doctorate degree in related field

Work Experience

Experience in related field of study

Licenses And Certifications - Required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going 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

Supplemental Requirements

WORK ATTIRE

Uniform No
Scrubs No
Business professional Yes
Other (department approved) Yes

ON-CALL*

Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
On Call* No

TRAVEL**