Description

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in basic science or equivalent and 2 years of related experience or Master’s
degree in basic science or equivalent and no experience required.

JOB SUMMARY:
Research Associate II performs a variety of routine and non-routine research assignments and
experiments and assists with lab maintenance responsibilities.

MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:
 Under general supervision, performs routine and non-routine research assignments and
experiments of moderate complexity.
 Plans, coordinates, provides setup and conducts standard research experiments
following general technical instructions.
 Prepares biological assays and conducts quantitative and qualitative analysis.
 Makes modifications to research procedures as determined by Principal Investigator.
 Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected and provides preliminary
analysis of results.
 Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and analysis of final data.
 Ensures the accurate assembly, calibration, operation and modification of a variety of
laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.
 Maintains lab for animal and environmental safety compliance.
 Maintains lab inventory of supplies and equipment.
 Performs literature searches as outlined by the Principal Investigator.
 May provide guidance to junior research staff.
 Adheres to internal controls established for department.
 Performs related duties as required.

SKILLS:
 Animal Science/Care Surgery
 Biological Assays
 Quantitative Analysis
 Qualitative Analysis

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: .
Standard laboratory environment.

SALARY RANGE:

Commensurate with experience

Qualifications

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 Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.