McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, a leading academic health center invites applications for a Seasonal Hire position in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Medical Genetics. Candidates will be responsible for working on designated research or clinical projects on the topic of Tuberous Sclerosis Complex or other pediatric medical genetic disorders as assigned. This includes, but is not limited to, retrospective chart review, survey design, data collection, data analysis, as well as writing protocols and manuscripts. The students will interact with all members of the medical genetics team including nurses, and genetic counselors.

Seasonal Hires are a temporary status (No Benefits) and therefore may not be employed for a period of more than four and ½ months. These individuals may be hired either as full-time or part-time and must be a minimum age of 16 years.

The goal of the program is to offer the student a well-rounded exposure to the medical specialty, Medical Genetics. All of the students will have the opportunity to shadow at clinic and in the hospital to learn about clinical practice of Medical Genetics. Students will also undertake a project. The project will be decided upon and performed in collaboration with faculty members in the Division of Medical Genetics.

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:

The goal of the program is to offer the student a well-rounded exposure to the medical specialty, Medical Genetics. All of the students will have the opportunity to shadow at clinic and in the hospital to learn about clinical practice of Medical Genetics. Students will also undertake a project. The project will be decided upon and performed in collaboration with faculty members in the Division of Medical Genetics.

Position Key Accountabilities:

Candidates will be responsible for working on designated research or clinical projects on the topic of Tuberous Sclerosis Complex or other pediatric medical genetic disorders as assigned. This includes, but is not limited to, retrospective chart review, survey design, data collection, data analysis, as well as writing protocols and manuscripts. The students will interact with all members of the medical genetics team including nurses, and genetic counselors.

Certification/Skills: None

Minimum Education:

High School diploma or equivalent, preferred

Minimum Experience:

None

Individuals must be a minimum age of 16 years.

Physical Requirements: None

Security Sensitive: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Residency Requirement:

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