Research Associate IEEM – Pulmonary Physiology Lab – Fulltime Fast-paced, high volume IEEM department is looking for top Research Associates. Is that you? Work location: Institute for Exercise and Environmental Medicine (IEEM), 7232 Greenville Ave, Suite 435, Dallas, TX 75231 Work hours: Fulltime; Monday-Friday (8:00a – 4:30p: 8-hour shifts per day plus 30 minute lunch) Position Highlights: Research Associate in the Cardiopulmonary Physiology Lab of the Institute for Exercise and Environmental Medicine (IEEM). Lab Website: https://www.texashealth.org/ieem/Research/Pulmonary-Physiology-Laboratory The focus of the Pulmonary Physiology Lab is on the respiratory effects of obesity in adults, children, and heart failure patients. High degree of integrated teamwork with an engaged and supportive leadership team. Work/life balance as well as opportunities for educational and career growth. Here’s What You Need · Bachelor’s Degree Exercise Physiology, Human Physiology, Kinesiology, or other science related discipline required. Master’s degree preferred. · Successful applicants will have excellent communication, strong organizational, outstanding critical problem solving, and robust technical skills. · Previous experience or completion of a research project course including data management analysis preferred. · Efficient in word processing, database, graphics, and spreadsheet applications. · Experience with computer-based gas exchange and pulmonary function programs helpful. Ability to learn new software systems critical. · BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly required. If not BCLS certified, be willing to get this certification shortly after hiring. What You Will Do · Operate all pulmonary function and exercise lab equipment. · Coordinate, implement and direct research and clinical exercise/respiratory protocols as assigned. · Collect and analyze data as it pertains to research and/or clinical studies. · Explain research study purpose to participants. · Clearly instruct the participant as to the protocol of testing, allow ample opportunity for questions and concerns; consult the investigator or physician regarding risks or further details. · Able to explain test procedures, objectives, and conditions associated with research or clinical protocols to ensure proper data collection. · Assist with protocol set-up, data collection, protocol tear down, and data analysis. · Candidate will have the opportunity to participate in experimental design; data collection, analysis, and interpretation; and preparation of oral and written presentations. Additional perks of being a Texas Health IEEM Research Associate · Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, student Loan forgiveness as well as several other benefits . · A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth. · Explore our Texas Health careers site for info like Benefits , Job Listings by Category , recent Awards we’ve won and more. Entity Highlights For more than a half-century, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas has been at the forefront of health care in North Texas. We’re an 875-bed, Magnet-designated, full-service hospital serving our community in and around Dallas since 1966. We specialize in cancer care, cardiology, neurosciences, women’s services and emergency medicine, we’ve got it. Plus, we’re a renowned Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a Comprehensive Stroke and Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence and provide wellness services, outpatient surgery and women’s imaging services. *Texas Health Dallas is a joint Commission-certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, a Level I Trauma Center, a Comprehensive Heart Attack Center, and a designated Magnet hospital. We’re a top choice in North Texas for cancer and emergency services, bariatric services, cardiac care and much more. As part of the Texas Health family and its 28,000+ employees, we’re one of the largest employers in the Dallas Fort Worth area. Our career growth and professional development opportunities are top-notch and our benefits are equally outstanding. Come be a part of our exceptional team as we improve the health of the people in our communities every day. You belong here. #LI-AW1
