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Burns & McDonnell

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 Burns &amp; McDonnell&rsquo;s regional office in Houston is looking for a Staff Environmental Scientist to complete field work, permit applications and task management for a variety of market sectors, including transmission, oil and gas, renewable, and transportation.
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 The Staff Environmental Scientist will work with the office&rsquo;s Natural &amp; Cultural Resources group within our Environmental Services Global Practice to perform the following duties:
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   Perform wetland delineations with strict adherence to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers protocol and procedures
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   Complete field investigations that may include habitat evaluations for threatened and endangered species and/or evaluation of other potentially sensitive resources
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   Compose technical reports presenting results from field investigations and develop appropriate applications/consultations necessary for various regulatory approvals.
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   Conduct permit compliance tasks, federal/state/local permit applications, agency consultations
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   Assist project manager with field-oriented tasks, project permit tracking, agency consultations
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   Office related tasks would include report writing, QA/QC review, assistance with compliance related tasks
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   Frequent overnight travel to field locations may be required (50-70%)
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   All other duties as assigned.
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Botany, Soil Science or a related accredited program is required
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   4 years of relevant professional experience is required. Environmental consulting experience is preferred.
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   Experience in completing field investigations, wetland assessments, associated permitting, analyzing GIS data; preparing environmental assessments and permitting documents, technical writing
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   Demonstrated knowledge of wetlands and aquatic resources
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   Demonstrated knowledge of Section 404, 401 and Section 10 permitting required
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   Knowledge of state and local permitting processes in the Midwest
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   Knowledge of the agencies that govern waters of the U.S.
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   Knowledge of erosion and sediment control permitting and site restoration practices
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   Demonstrated proficiency operating GPS equipment
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   Working knowledge of GIS support software and analysis
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   Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information
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   Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
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   Proficient in computer software (Microsoft Office-Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project)
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   Ability to work 50% or more in the field
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 This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
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Staff Environmental Scientist - Natural Resources (Houston)

Baylor College of Medicine

<div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2></div><div><p>
Postdoctoral Associates are trainees working in an apprenticeship capacity in preparation for a career as a scientific professional. The person hired for this position will oversee an exciting project which recently received R01 funding. The project will use mice to investigate a novel relationship between serotonergic signaling and retinal function, particularly in the context of glaucoma and retinal ganglion cell biology.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Duties</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Plans, directs, and conducts specialized and advanced vision research experiments. Prior experience in vision research is preferred. &bull;</li><li>
Evaluates and analyzes data. Prior experience with general statistical methods and statistical software (eg. Prism) is preferred.</li><li>
Breeds and maintains mice for experimental purposes. Prior experience with mouse colony management and breeding is preferred.</li><li>
Supervises research staff. Prior experience mentoring students or staff is preferred.</li><li>
Establishes new research protocols and procedures.</li><li>
Summarizes research findings and publish results in research journals. Prior presentation and publication history is expected.</li><li>
Maintains laboratory operations.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.</li><li>
No experience required.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in life sciences and be motivated to perform high-quality research.</li><li>
Experience with vision science, molecular/cellular biology, genetics, physiology, or biochemistry is preferred.</li><li>
Prior experience in the following areas is strongly preferred: histopathology, advanced in vivo imaging in animal models, transcriptome profiling, and drug delivery.</li><li>
Excellent (written and verbal) communication skills.</li><li>
Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.</li></ul></div></div></div><p></p><p><br>
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.</p></div><p></p>

Postdoctoral Associate

UTHealth Houston

<div><p><b>What we do here changes the world. </b>UTHealth Houston is Texas&rsquo; resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That&rsquo;s where you come in.</p><p><b>
The Division of Medical Genetics at McGovern Medical School, The University of Texas Medical School at Houston (UTHealth), is seeking a highly motivated Full-Time Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our dynamic research team in Houston, TX. Our lab is dedicated to uncovering the mechanistic links between mutant genes and vascular diseases&mdash;including aortic dissections, thoracic aortic aneurysms, early onset coronary artery disease, and large artery cerebrovascular disease&mdash;using advanced cell culture techniques, iPSCs, and mouse models. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a collaborative and productive environment alongside a multidisciplinary team of scientists, clinicians, and trainees.</b></p><p><b>
Once you join us you won't want to leave.</b> It&rsquo;s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you&rsquo;d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:</p><ul><li>
100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees</li><li>
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time &ndash; all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)</li><li>
The longer you stay, the more vacation you&rsquo;ll accrue!</li><li>
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!</li></ul><p><b>
We take care of our employees!</b> As a world-renowned institution, our employees&rsquo; wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...</p><ul><li>
Free financial and legal counseling</li><li>
Free mental health counseling services</li><li>
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs</li><li>
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.</li><li>
Resources for child and elder care</li><li>
Plus many more!</li></ul><p><b>
Position Summary:</b></p><p>
A biomedical postdoc position provides an opportunity for early-career researchers to gain valuable experience, develop independent research skills, and contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge in their field of expertise.</p><p><b>
Position Key Accountabilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Plans and conducts experiments, analyzes data, and prepares publications describing results.</li><li>
Assists in training and mentoring of lab personnel, including graduate students and other trainees.</li><li>
Reads and evaluates literature.</li><li>
Possess interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels.</li><li>
Have strong written and oral communication skills.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><b><br>
Minimum Education:</b></p><ul><li>
Doctoral/Terminal Degree</li></ul><p><b>
Physical Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.</li></ul><p><b>
Security Sensitive:</b></p><ul><li>
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code &sect; 51.215</li></ul><p><b>
Residency Requirement:</b></p><ul><li>
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.</li></ul></div>

Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Medical Genetics

Le CYR Consulting

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   Completing a bachelor&rsquo;s degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science. A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a science or health related field (e.g. chemistry or microbiology) may also be considered.
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   Completing a clinical laboratory program or internship through a hospital-based program or as part of their education
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   National certification as a medical technologist (MT), clinical laboratory scientist (CLS), or medical laboratory scientist (MLS)
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   Previous experience in a health care setting
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   Examining and analyzing blood, body fluids, tissues, and cells
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   Relaying test results to physicians
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   Utilizing microscopes, cell counters, and other high-precision lab equipment
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   Cross matching blood for transfusion
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   Monitoring patient outcomes
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   Performing differential cell counts looking for abnormal cells to aid in the diagnosis of anemia and leukemia
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   Establishing quality assurance programs to monitor and ensure the accuracy of test results
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   Overseeing the work of a medical laboratory technician
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Laboratory Scientist

RQAW CORPORATION

<div>Description:
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Position:</b> Environmental Scientist</p><p><b>
Department:</b> Environmental</p><p><b>
Location:</b> Houston, Tx</p><p>
RQAW|DCCM is currently seeking an environmental scientist to join our Houston, Tx office. This is an excellent career opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented individual to join our team of outstanding professionals. The individual will complete work associated with Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) NEPA regulations, wetland delineations, waters of the U.S. reports, federal 404 permitting and other aspects of NEPA regulations.</p><p><b>
Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>
Conduct various environmental analyses (field and desktop), develop recommendations, and prepare technical reports under TxDOT guidance and applicable state regulations and programs.</li><li>
Complete waters of the U.S. reports and wetland delineations.</li><li>
Provide quality assurance and quality control for all final products to ensure technical accurateness and regulatory compliance.</li><li>
Document and summarize results of field investigations and analyses.</li><li>
Provide client and regulatory agency coordination.</li><li>
Assist in the preparation of proposals and other marketing endeavors.</li><li>
Conduct desktop studies using ArcMap GIS software.</li><li>
Review and interpret planning studies and/or preliminary design plan sets or concepts.</li><li>
Interact with coworkers, designers, clients, regulatory agencies, and sub-consultants to achieve project objectives.</li><li>
Assist other team members with various NEPA studies.</li><li>
Assist with work in additional states as needed.</li><li>
Assist with public involvement efforts.</li></ul>
Requirements:
<ul><li>BS in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or related field.</li><li>
Requirement: 5+ years of experience with wetland delineations and NEPA, as it relates to transportation projects.</li><li>
Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.</li><li>
Have current TxDOT prequalification&rsquo;s.</li><li>
Experience with ArcPro GIS software.</li></ul><p><b>
Additional Requirements</b></p><ul><li>
Ability to work in a team environment</li><li>
Regular field work in a variety of seasonal conditions.</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>
Local and occasional statewide travel is required for position.</li></ul><p><br>
</p><p><b>RQAW|DCCM is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.</b></p></div>

Environmental Scientist

MD Anderson Cancer Center

<div>The <b>Point of Care Laboratory at MD Anderson</b> plays a critical role in delivering rapid, accurate diagnostic testing directly where patient care happens. Our team supports clinicians across the institution by ensuring high-quality point-of-care results that enable timely clinical decisions, improve workflows, and enhance patient safety. Working in this fast-paced, high-impact environment, Point of Care Laboratory professionals contribute to seamless operations and uphold the standards that make MD Anderson a global leader in cancer care.<br>
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As a <b>Medical Laboratory Scientist in the Point of Care Laboratory</b>, you'll perform a wide range of testing, maintain and troubleshoot equipment, ensure regulatory compliance, and support quality oversight for decentralized testing sites across the institution. This role is ideal for MLS professionals who enjoy autonomy, problem-solving, and collaborating with clinical teams across diverse care settings. You will also contribute to process improvements, participate in validation of new tests and devices, and assist with training and mentoring, strengthening support structures that directly enhance patient care outcomes.<br>
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MD Anderson is proud to offer a <b>comprehensive benefits package</b>, including <b>paid medical benefits, PTO, retirement plans, and more</b>, ensuring you have the support you need to grow your career while maintaining balance in your personal life.<br>
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**The hours for this position are Monday - Friday 2:30pm-11pm with rotating weekends (once a month) and holidays. The ideal candidate will have a bachelors degree in a science related field**<br>
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<b>Performs all laboratory testing specific to the assigned section</b><br>
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Remains knowledgeable and competent in all policies, procedures, and protocols</li><li>
Ensures and verifies that quality control data is appropriate for the complexity of reported tests; prepares corrective actions as needed</li><li>
Troubleshoots and maintains laboratory equipment</li><li>
Validates and evaluates new methodologies and tests; sets up connectivity with assistance from technical support</li><li>
Follows section inventory control systems to ensure effective use of supplies and reagents</li><li>
Completes, verifies, and reports testing in a timely manner</li><li>
Complies with safety guidelines and procedures; adheres to all regulatory mandates</li><li>
Remains responsible and accountable for all actions</li></ul><br>
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Performs Call Center duties</b><br>
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Answers incoming calls to the laboratory regarding sample testing status for Core Laboratory tests</li><li>
Provides specimen collection requirements for divisional tests</li><li>
Reports critical values, vitals, and nursing calls to healthcare providers for microbiology, chemistry, and hematology results</li><li>
Manages customer service interactions with diplomacy, resolving problems and addressing needs of internal and external clients</li></ul><br>
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Administrative &amp; Technical Support</b><br>
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Maintains proficiency in Microsoft Office to independently prepare laboratory reports</li><li>
Properly enters specimen data into computer systems</li><li>
Analyzes and evaluates patient results correctly and appropriately</li><li>
Stores patient information and results for easy future access as required</li></ul><br>
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Enhances productivity and laboratory functions</b><br>
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Adjusts, prioritizes, and organizes work to meet workload demands efficiently</li><li>
Assists peers, senior/lead medical laboratory scientists, and supervisors after completing assigned work</li><li>
Adheres to attendance policies and begins work as scheduled</li><li>
Works independently and uses available resources to maximize efficiency</li></ul><br>
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Assists in development of laboratory personnel and tests</b><br>
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Participates in process improvement projects</li><li>
Performs and monitors Quality Checks for laboratory devices, including IQCP requirements</li><li>
Validates databases for new software or new laboratory tests</li><li>
Coaches and mentors students and employees</li></ul><br>
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Other duties as assigned</b><br>
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<b>EDUCATION</b>
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<ul><li>Required: Associate's Degree Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology or Bachelor's Degree Related science field or Molecular Genetic Technology or Successful completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) accredited Clinical Laboratory Science/Molecular Genetic Technology accredited program.
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<b>WORK EXPERIENCE</b>
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<ul><li>Required: 2 years Clinical laboratory experience with Associate's degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology. 1 year Clinical laboratory experience with Bachelor's degree in a related science field or no experience required with completion of a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) accredited Clinical Laboratory Science/Molecular Genetic Technology accredited program.
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<b>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b>
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<ul><li>Preferred: ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologist Technologist/Scientist/Specialist certification or CHS - Certified Histocompatibility Specialist American College of Histocompatibilty &amp; Immunogenetics (ACHI) or CHT - Certified Histocompatability Technologist American College of Histocompatibilty &amp; Immunogenetics (ACHI) or MDT - Molecular Diagnostics Tech American Medical Technologists (AMT) or MT - Medical Technologist American Medical Technologists (AMT).
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The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.<br>
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This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.<br>
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It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html</li></ul><br>
Additional Information
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<ul><li>Requisition ID: 177692
</li><li>Employment Status: Full-Time
</li><li>Employee Status: Regular
</li><li>Work Week: Evenings, Rotating, Weekends
</li><li>Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 67,000
</li><li>Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 83,500
</li><li>Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 100,000
</li><li>FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
</li><li>Fund Type: Hard
</li><li>Work Location: Onsite
</li><li>Pivotal Position: Yes
</li><li>Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
</li><li>Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
</li></ul><br>
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Medical Laboratory Scientist - Point of Care - Evenings

<div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2></div><div><p>
We are seeking a database analyst and programmer to provide key data extraction, management, exploratory data analysis, and reporting services to research investigators working with healthcare administrative and electronic health record data. The ideal candidate will have database management experience and will be skilled in using SQL, SAS, and other statistical programming tools (e.g., R Stats). Essential to the role is a dedication to assessing and communicating the quality of data sources and iterative problem-solving in partnership with research investigators to arrive at optimal approaches to data preparation and analysis to answer essential research questions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential to success in this role in collaborating with research teams. Current projects are related to Military Exposures among Veterans.</p><p></p><p><br>
This position is located within IQuESt, the Center for Innovation in Quality, Effectiveness, and Safety. We are the largest center for Health Services Research within the Southwest. We conduct high-quality scientific research that improves the health of patients across the nation, by helping to ensure the patient-centered delivery of scientific discoveries.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Duties</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Designs, codes, tests, debugs, documents, and maintains programs that support answering a range of research questions.</li><li>
Execute data imports, exports, and data cleansing tasks for research project needs.</li><li>
Extracts, manages, and analyzes data in a cloud-computing environment (e.g., VA VINCI).</li><li>
Organizes and manipulates administrative healthcare data and electronic health record data to support answering health services research questions.</li><li>
Configures and customizes data management and statistical software for specific research project needs.</li><li>
Generates reports and data insights as needed for research team and stakeholders.</li><li>
Collaborates to identify and resolve data inconsistencies or errors.</li><li>
Assists research team in diagnosing and resolving database-related issues.</li><li>
Maintains documentation of database configurations, changes, and processes for research project.</li><li>
Documents issues and resolutions for future reference.</li><li>
Communicates with corporate data warehouse managers on behalf of the project team for data acquisition and troubleshooting.</li><li>
Prepares datasets in consultation with research statisticians and methodologists to support complex analyses. Supports team functioning by using shared project folders and sharing code with other analysts.</li><li>
Provides and documents thorough validation of data so that investigators can be confident that prepared datasets are appropriate for answering research questions. Demonstrates a commitment to quality and attention to detail.</li><li>
Attends and actively participates in project team meetings.</li><li>
Assists in monitoring database performance and availability.</li><li>
Performs routine database backups and recovery procedures.</li><li>
Helps ensure database security by supporting access controls and permissions.</li><li>
Assists in implementing database security measures to protect sensitive data.</li><li>
Monitors and analyzes database performance metrics.</li><li>
Provides recommendations for indexing, query optimization, and resource allocation.</li><li>
Designs and develops research databases (e.g., using MS Access, RedCap) for research participant recruiting and tracking and/or for research project data management.</li><li>
Serves as a technical resource for research investigators and research staff.</li><li>
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree. Two years of relevant experience may substitute for degree requirement.</li><li>
Two years of relevant experience.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Department-Specific Requirements</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
SQL and R programming.</li><li>
Machine Learning and NLP.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Preferred Qualifications and Skills</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Master's degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Bioinformatics or a related field.</li><li>
At least 1 year experience in healthcare related research and/or experience in programming skills with SQL, SAS, or other programming tools (e.g. R, STATA).</li><li>
Excellent verbal and written communication are essential to success in this role on collaborative research teams.</li></ul></div></div></div><p></p><p><b><br>
Work Authorization Requirement:</b></p><p><b>
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.</b> Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.</p><p></p><p><br>
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.</p></div>

Database Administration Associate

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