Researcher 1 Nat Phys Science - Biomedical Engineering - (496450 )

Department: Biomedical

EngineeringSalary: Commensurate with

Experience/Education

Description

Provides expertise in support of research projects in

engineering, biology, mathematics, statistics, computer science,

physics, etc. Prepares and edits research papers, proposal, and

reports. Performs advanced testing procedures and analyses of data.

May prepare samples for testing. Performs advanced testing

procedure and performs analyses of data. Makes uses of a variety of

specialized equipment typical within area of specialization. May

contribute to grant proposal development.

1. Ensures experiments are performed according to

specifications.

2. May make recommendations to changes in procedure, processes, or

experimental design.

3. Understands and applies fundamental theoretical concepts.

4. Develops understanding of advanced theoretical concepts.

5. Work is varied and somewhat difficult. Originality and ingenuity

is required.

6. Receives direct supervision referring complex situation to

higher levels.

A researcher 1 position is available in a laboratory devoted to

biochemical and molecular studies of the mammalian retina in the

Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Houston.

The lab employs molecular, cellular, electrophysiological and

biochemical approaches to investigate the mechanism of

photoreceptor cell death and the application of gene therapy in

mice expressing mutant forms of photoreceptor-specific genes that

are equivalent to human variants. To work under the directions of

the PIs of the lab to perform experiments and provide data to

PIs.

Experience will be considered in lieu of education.

MQ: Bachelor's Degree with 1 year experience.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security

sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal

Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.