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    Research Engineer - Houston, United States - Houston Methodist

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    At Houston Methodist, the Research Engineer I position is responsible for providing technical support for laboratory-based research.

    This position, under the direction of a Principle Investigator (PI), may support bench techniques, working with laboratory animals, scientific writing, and data analysis.

    The Research Engineer I position may oversee equipment calibration, certification and maintenance agreements as well as operate a variety of laboratory equipment.

    This position may participate in the development or establishment of new laboratory procedures, including biological assays, quantitative and qualitative analyses.


    Additional Info / Requirements:
    Responsibilities will include data management, data reconstruction, equipment maintenance, data collection, and training/managing interns and student researchers. Experience working in the motion biomechanics field and familiarity with motion capture systems, EMG, and force platforms is preferred. Applicants must be comfortable working in fast-paced research environment.

    Preferred Qualifications:
    Education
    BS or MS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Kinesiology, or related fields
    Knowledge (Required)
    Working knowledge of the musculoskeletal system
    Coding experience, preferably in Python
    Experience working with Motion Capture systems
    Skills
    Organizational skills
    Data management skills
    Motion biomechanics skills
    Coding
    Statistical analysis & Statistics Software
    Literature Review
    Problem-solving
    Proficiency in excel, Microsoft office, EndNote
    Oral and written communication


    PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
    Maintains/manages contact with sponsors.
    Contributes to teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the department by actively communicating and reporting data in a comprehensive manner.
    Conducts self in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity, equity and inclusion principles. Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.


    SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
    Creates designs for instruments or devices.
    Accurately writes protocols, procedures, research and grant proposals.
    Safely operates a variety of laboratory equipment. Effectively utilizes computer systems, including office applications, and statistical or technical software.

    QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
    Analyzes, implements and tests materials. Accurately collects, records, compiles and analyzes data.
    Handles human and/or animal tissue according to department protocols and policies.
    Oversees equipment calibration, certification and maintenance agreements.
    Maintains safety, emergency preparedness, MSDS and other Laboratory Specific procedures.


    FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
    Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed.

    GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
    Participates in the development or establishment of new laboratory procedures, including biological assays, quantitative and qualitative analyses.
    Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis.


    This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned.

    Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.


    EDUCATION
    Bachelor of Arts or Science degree


    WORK EXPERIENCE
    None

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