Technical Assistant

Description

Provides assistance and expertise in various areas of research such as preparation of results for presentation, monitoring test subjects, gathering and entering data, ensuring adherence to procedures, and basic analyses of data.

1. Ensures experiments are performed according to specifications.
2. May make practical recommendations to changes in procedures as appropriate.
3. Applies basic skills and develops advanced skills.
4. May assist with some advanced functions.
5. Solves most routine problems while referring more complex questions to higher levels.
6. Receives direct supervision but is expected to select from a variety of standard procedures to complete tasks.

EEO/AA

Additional Information

Under the general guidance of the principal investigator and senior researchers in the lab, the Research Technician will be responsible for supporting research activities in Advanced Physiological Optics Laboratory directed by Dr. Yoon at the University of Houston College of Optometry. The current projects in the laboratory focus on physiological optics, human visual perception and binocular visual functions, and myopia development and control. This position will require basic understanding of the human eye and the visual system, and have an initial appointment of 1 year that can be extended on a yearly basis depending on performance and availability of grant funding.

Qualifications

High school and No experience

Preferred Qualifications

Well-qualified candidates will have the following qualifications/ experience: Prior experience in human vision, optometry and visual psychophysics is preferred. Additional skill sets that are not required, but advantageous include experience with Matlab and other data analysis software .