Research Engineer III

Houston Methodist
Houston, TX
At Houston Methodist, the Research Engineer III position is responsible for leading engineering support for laboratory-based research. This position, under the direction of a Principle Investigator (PI), Operations Manager, Administrator or senior laboratory staff, may lead engineering activities, bench techniques, work with laboratory animals, scientific writing, and data analysis. The Research Engineer III position conducts microscope work and image analysis, analyzing, implementing and testing materials. This position participates in the development or establishment of new laboratory procedures, including biological assays, quantitative and qualitative analyses.

FLSA STATUS
Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION
  • Bachelor of Arts or Science degree
EXPERIENCE
  • Five years of related research experience
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Preferred
  • Engineers in Training-EIT Certification or
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License - State Licensure
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
  • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
  • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
  • Ability to analyze complex clinical and research data
  • Ability to interpret compliance requirements
  • Exhibits good listening skills
  • Ability to work independently and analyze and solve problems
  • Demonstrates the ability to manage complex clinical and interpersonal situations
  • Able to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects
  • Self-motivated with the ability to think critically and work independently

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Maintains/manages contact with sponsors.
  • Leads 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.
  • 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.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
  • Uniform: No
  • Scrubs: No
  • Business professional: Yes
  • Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
  • On Call* No
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
  • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
  • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION
  • Bachelor of Arts or Science degree
EXPERIENCE
  • Five years of related research experience
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Preferred
  • Engineers in Training-EIT Certification or
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License - State Licensure

Posted 2026-05-15

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