We are hiring a Research Assistant II (full-time) to join UTHealth McGovern Medical School, Department of OBGYN - Fetal Intervention, Brain Imaging in Houston, TX 77030. The role focuses on collection and analysis of brain imaging data and biomarker research for finding the cause and better treatment for people with neurological illnesses. You will learn and master some of the most cutting-edge clinical, human brain science, genetics, and imaging research tools and methods.

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas' resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That's where you come in.

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:

• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
• The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue!
• Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
• Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!

We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...

• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care
• Plus many more!

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.

The role focuses on collection and analysis of brain imaging data and biomarker research for finding the cause and better treatment for people with neurological illnesses. You will learn and master some of the most cutting-edge clinical, human brain science, genetics, and imaging research tools and methods.

Position Key Accountabilities:

• Under close supervision, conducts research activities according to research protocol. Research activities may include some or all of the following: analysis of imaging data, programming of data processing pipelines, performing large computational experiments with imaging data, patient recruiting and screening.
• Versatile computer skills including programming in R, Python, MATLAB, C/C++, and Java.
• Good understanding of statistics.
• Knowledge of Linux OS is a plus.
• As needed, may coordinate the work of laboratory technicians and assistants to ensure efficient, timely, and high-quality results.
• Complies with all governmental and University policies, rules, regulations, and codes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

• Knowledge of Lixus OS, preferred.
• Knowledge of statistics, preferred.

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's Degree required May substitute required education with equivalent years of experience beyond the minimum experience requirement.

Minimum Experience:

• One year of related experience in a research or clinical lab environment.
• May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement.

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive:

This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code §117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. §791.4.

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.