Scientist

JOB SUMMARYFunctions as independent scientist and may be allocated space, resources, and other operational support within TMHRI. Individuals in this position are expected to have their own extramural funding and publications portfolio. Evidence of teaching, patented or licensed discoveries, extramural recognition, institutional service, collaborative and effective interactions with other faculty and staff, and, where relevant, clinical excellence and performance.PATIENT AGE GROUP SERVEDNot ApplicableDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDevelops and manages independent grant portfolio

Develops and publishes in high impact journals

Administers funds provided by the specific grant(s). (EF)

Defines problems and possible solutions as dictated by the research project. (EF)

Establishes procedures to be applied for projects. (EF)

Designs, develops, or adapts equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results. (EF)

Coordinates and provides technical direction to the work activities of research staff engaged in projects. (EF)

Performs and supervises those procedures which require a highly developed technical skill. (EF)

Analyzes data and interprets data. (EF)

Reviews scientific literature. (EF)

Identifies appropriate internal controls for department; provides mechanisms to monitor and enforce compliance. (EF)

Demonstrates the components of the ICARE values statement.

Follows all safety rules while on the job. Reports accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards. Completes all hospital required and job-related in-services and applies the information as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSPh.D.EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSVariesCERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIREDNoneSPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITIES REQUIREDHouston Methodist Research Institute was formed in 2004 to rapidly and efficiently translate discoveries made in the laboratory and the clinic into new diagnostics, therapies, and treatments. The research institute was created to provide the infrastructure and support for these endeavors, and to house the technology and resources needed to make innovative breakthroughs in important areas of human disease. A 540,000 square foot building dedicated to research, the research institute houses over 1,500 staff and trainees, 284 principal investigators and has more than 570 ongoing clinical trials.Street: 6670 Bertner Ave Name: Infectious Disease - Gollihar Regular Shift: 1st - Day