Research Associate I, Institutional Office of Regulated Non-Clinical Studies

Galveston, Texas, United States

Research Academic & Clinical

UTMB Health

Requisition # 2403838

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent; no experience required.

Job Description:

Performs varying standardized laboratory assignments and experiments

Job Duties:

• Under direct supervision, performs standard research assignments involving a series of related operations.

• Sets up and conducts standard research experiments following detailed technical instructions.

• Labeling and inventory of sample vials/jars and materials for studies

• Inventory and ordering of laboratory supplies

• Prepares biological assays and conducts basic quantitative and qualitative analysis.

• Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected, in accordance with SOP and using appropriate forms/workbooks as required.

• Performs quality control reviews on data and supporting documentation.

• Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and provides preliminary analysis.

• Assembles, calibrates, operates and makes minor modifications to a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.

• Cleaning and sterilization (by autoclave) of reusable laboratory supplies

• Adheres to internal controls established for department.

• Performs related duties as required..

Preferred:

• Prior experience working with laboratory animals and/or in biocontainment laboratories is preferred. Prior experience with performing cell culture and/or molecular and serological assays preferred.

Skills:

• Biological Analysis

• Tissue culture

• Quantitative Analysis

• Qualitative Analysis

• Tabulation of Data

• Data and document quality control

• Equipment Calibration

• Standard Laboratory Equipment

Salary Range:

Commensurate with Experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Compensation