Job Information
UTHealth Research Technician I (Casual) - Neurosurgery - 240002MA in Houston, Texas
This position is located with Neurosurgery. It is a Non Exempt, Casual status position with No benefits.
The role is not to exceed 19.5 hours per week.
Position Summary:
Provides routine, entry-level technical assistance in carrying out assigned duties of research projects.
Position Key Accountabilities:
- Conducts various routine tests in a clinical and/or diagnostic laboratory setting involved in research.
- Collects research and clinical data in accordance with requested method.
- Prepares lab solutions for simple and more complex biochemical experiments and clinical tests. Performs tests using autoclave machine, pipet washer, centrifuge, microscope, and ultraviolent light microscope with fluorescent detachments.
- Performs autoclaving and disposal of biohazardous materials.
- Collects and duplicates reference material.
- Washes, dries, and sterilizes laboratory glassware and instruments. Distributes clean glassware to appropriate laboratories.
- Orders laboratory supplies.
- Performs custodial laboratory duties.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Certification/Skills:
None.
Minimum Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum Experience:
No experience necessary. Six months of experience in research lab preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. This position may include work involving potentially hazardous chemical, biological or radioactive agents.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity