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We are looking for a Full-Time Research Assistant III to join the UTHealth School of Public Health in Houston, TX. This position will support the TEXAS CARES project. Texas CARES is a statewide longitudinal project that seeks to understand the human antibody response to SARS-CoV-2, which causes COVID-19. This initiative is a partnership among UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, The University of Texas System, and the Texas Department of State Health Services. In this position, you will collaborate with the Project Manager and Research Coordinator III to develop, plan, and manage participant interactions and assist with the day-to-day administrative project management and may provide scientific direction for research projects of considerable scope and complexity. This is a hybrid position (3 days in office, two remote). 

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:

Texas CARES is a statewide longitudinal project that seeks to understand the human antibody response to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. This initiative is a partnership among UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, The University of Texas System, and the Texas Department of State Health Services. Learn more about the scope and aims of this project here: www.texascaresproject.org. The Research Assistant III will collaborate with the Project Manager and Research Coordinator III to develop, plan and manage participant interactions and assist with the day-to-day administrative project management and may provide scientific direction for research projects of considerable scope and complexity.

Position Key Accountabilities:

Plans and implements research experiments according to research protocol. Research activities may include some or all of the following: participant recruiting, participant/community outreach and follow-up to support retention efforts, and liaison to community partners. Maintains confidential records of collected data, and ensures accuracy and integrity of data. Data may include patient data and departmental programmatic data. May assist with the development of project communications, such as; scientific findings, participant interaction scripts, or answers to frequently asked questions. Stays abreast of new and updated protocols for research department. Participates in continuing education programs, seminars, and workshops. May provide guidance to support staff and/or other assistants to ensure efficient, timely, and high-quality results. May provide updates to project management regarding research progress. Complies with all governmental and University policies, rules, regulation and codes. Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills:

Bilingual (Spanish) Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Working knowledge of MS Office

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field of science or relevant experience in lieu of education.

Minimum Experience:

Two (2) years of related experience in a research or clinical lab environment. 
May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement. Previous experience in public health research or clinical experience working at a community clinic or practice is preferred. 

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. 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.

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